Trump Criticizes Thomas Tuchel for Defensive Tactics in England's World Cup Exit
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
First reported by Walla · 15 hours ago
What happened
Donald Trump criticized England coach Thomas Tuchel for repositioning Harry Kane defensively during the 2022 World Cup semifinal, which England lost to Argentina. Tuchel defended his tactics, saying the whole team defends together and England became too passive late in the game. Trump also commented on a U.S. player's red card controversy and expressed interest in the U.S. hosting the World Cup again, possibly with China.
- 01Donald Trump criticized Thomas Tuchel for making Harry Kane play defensively in England's World Cup semifinal loss.
- 02England led 1-0 before Tuchel shifted to a defensive strategy, allowing Argentina to win 2-1.
- 03Tuchel dismissed Trump's critique, emphasizing team defense and England's passivity as the real issue.
- 04Trump revealed he played golf with Kane and found the tactical change surprising.
- 05Trump discussed overturning U.S. player Paul Arriola's red card after talking with FIFA President Infantino.
- 06Trump expressed interest in the U.S. co-hosting a future World Cup with China.
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