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  1. Get Involved - 'What has Tuchel got against Mainoo?'

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    Kobbie Mainoo #16 of England reacts after the 1-2 loss during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi Final match between England and Argentina at Atlanta Stadium on July 15, 2026 in Atlanta, GeorgiaGetty Images

    I think the poor squad selection should be spoken about more. Palmer and Gibbs-White would have injected some injected some life from the bench. Wharton and Trent Alexander-Arnold have helped maintain some control. Why did Tuchel not use Mainoo?!

    John, Nottingham

    He should be sacked immediately, absolutely terrible tactics, six defenders, we became target practice. What has he got against Mainoo?

    Alan, Wakefield

  2. Roy Hodgson - 4 years, 1 month and 26 days

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    Hodgson was appointed in May 2012 shortly before England competed at Euro 2012. At their first European Championship since 2004 after failing to qualify under Steve McLaren, the Three Lions reached the quarter-final where they lost on penalties to Italy.

    Two years later, England suffered a group-stage exit at the 2014 World Cup, finishing bottom of group D following defeats by Uruguay and Italy. It was their worst performance at a World Cup finals since 1982.

    Despite the disappointment, Hodgson stayed in post for Euro 2016, where England were knocked out by a shock defeat to Iceland, prompting Hodgson to resign.

    England's coach Roy Hodgson reacts during Euro 2016 round of 16 football match between England and Iceland at the Allianz Riviera stadium in Nice on June 27, 2016Getty Images

  3. Get Involved - 'Tuchel was completely fair'

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    This might be an unpopular opinion, but I think Tuchel was completely fair. With them pressing us in the second half, we just seemed uncomfortable with moving up the pitch. I remember Kane making attempts, but not enough of us were close enough to keep the ball in our possession.

    Sam, Lincoln

  4. Sven Goran-Eriksson - five years, five months, one day

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    England's first non-British manager, Sven Goran-Eriksson was appointed in October 2000 after the Three Lions failed to reach the last eight at the 1998 World Cup and Euro 2000.

    Under Goran-Eriksson, England made the quarter-finals at the 2002 World Cup, losing to eventual champions Brazil.

    On the eve of Euro 2004, Goran-Eriksson's England contract was extended to include the 2008 European Championship amid links between the Swede and Chelsea.

    At Euro 2004, England threw away a lead against Portugal to go out at the quarter-final stage again, this time to hosts Portugal on penalties.

    Before Goran-Eriksson's second World Cup as England manager, the FA announced that it would be his last tournament in charge.

    It was Portugal and penalties again for England at the 2006 World Cup in Germany as the Three Lions exited their third successive tournament at the quarter-finals stage.

    Eriksson departed to be replaced by his assistant Steve McClaren.

    wedish head coach of the English team Sven-Goran Eriksson reacts during the World Cup 2006 quarter final football game England vs. Portugal, 01 July 2006 at Gelsenkirchen stadiumGetty Images

  5. Get Involved - 'Tuchel has to stay'

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    Think Tuchel has to stay for Euro 28. He's shown his tactical and in-game ability, including neutralising the World Champions for the majority of the match. He made a mistake - it happens. Just sickening that the consequences were so huge.

    Shelly, Brighton

  6. Fabio Capello - four years, one month and 25 days

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    Fabio Capello was appointed England manager in December 2007.

    Under his leadership, the Three Lions qualified for the 2010 World Cup with ease but struggled at the finals in South Africa, exiting in the round of 16 after a 4-1 thrashing by Germany.

    In qualifying for Euro 2012, England impressed - but Capello resigned four months before the tournament kicked off amid a dispute over the team captaincy.

    Head coach of the Russian national team Fabio Capello looks on during the FIFA 2014 World Cup qualifier group F match between Russia and Portugal at the Luzhniki Stadium on October 12, 2012 in Moscow, RussiaGetty Images

  7. Get Involved - 'Carsley deserves the role of manager'

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    I believe Lee Carsley deserves the role of manager. He embraced an attacking attitude and wasn’t afraid to let the players have free rein. It was a pleasure to watch. Southgate and Tuchel are playing the same style that has produced results due to their defensive nature

    Gary, Stourbridge

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    I made the mistake of making plans in my head about where I'd be watching Sunday's final and that quickly came back to haunt me.

  9. 'Like a plaster, it was ripped off quickly'

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    David James
    Former England goalkeeper on BBC Radio 5 Live

    Everything happened so quickly and so disappointingly - I don't think [Tuchel] needs to be regretful about the tournament, but I think he must be very frustrated that he went into defensive mode when Dan Burn came on.

    Do you blame individuals? I don't know, and I can talk from experience, the question would be did the players that came on know what they were supposed to do for the corner? It's little things like that.

    Like a plaster, it was ripped off quick and we didn't have to endure the extra time and penalties.

  10. Gareth Southgate - seven years, nine months and 19 days

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    England coach Gareth Southgate applauds the fans as Declan Rice reacts dejectedly after England had lost 2-1 to Spain during the UEFA EURO 2024 final match between Spain and England at Olympiastadion on July 14, 2024 in Berlin, Germany.Getty Images

    Gareth Southgate led England to their first World Cup semi-final in 28 years in 2018 after being appointed, initially on temporary terms, two years previously.

    He then gave England fans their first major tournament final in almost six decades when the Three Lions fell short against Italy at Wembley at Euro 2020.

    At Qatar 2022, Southgate's England fell short at the quarter-final stage against finalists France.

    England came agonisingly close again at Euro 2024, losing 2-1 to Spain in the final, and Southgate resigned two days later.

  11. England's lack of possession

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    A startling stat doing the rounds this morning...

    England only had 12% possession between Anthony Gordon's goal in the 55th minute and Lautaro Martinez's winner in the 92nd minute.

  12. The FA backs Tuchel - but is he the right man?

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    England head coach Thomas Tuchel has retained the backing of the FA despite last night's disappointing loss to Argentina.

    The German is expected to lead England at Euro 2028 but is he the right man?

    We'll be taking a look at some past managers and how long they were given at the helm.

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  13. Get Involved

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    As an Englishman living abroad, I've realised no other country's media or fans place such expectations on their national team as England's. Argentina changed the game, dominated possession, denied England time on the ball and relentlessly pinned them back. The focus should be on Argentina's control, not England sitting deep.

    David, France

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    Just away from England for a moment but it's quite incredible that both World Cup finalists couldn't beat Cape Verde in 90 minutes.

    I think we know who the real winners are here.

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  15. Get Involved

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    Positives for me are so many that played well are still so young and have many more tournaments together. Bellingham and Anderson with particular mention. And then Spence, berated by Tuchel, in and out of the team, but was unbelievable last night.

    Steve, Powys

    We played really well this year. Some games weren’t our best, but the matches with Croatia, Mexico and Norway were brilliant to watch and gave us all a sense it could come home. Time to relook at our strategies and go all out for the Euros.

    Nick, London

  16. Listen to 606 live

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    If you fancy it, then you can listen to BBC Radio 5 Live: World Cup 606 right now as the team unpacks last night's defeat.

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    @ James 08:36 The office is fine, thanks. We’re just processing the disappointment of losing a World Cup semi-final, which I appreciate is a feeling nobody in Glasgow has ever had to deal with.

    Dave, Cambridge

  18. Top tips for beating bad mental health after a football loss

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    Imogen James
    Live reporter

    When it comes to your football team losing, "feelings of disappointment, frustration and deflation are completely valid", Hayley Jarvis, head of physical activity from mental health charity Mind, says.

    She has offered up some tips for helping your mental health in the face of disappointment:

    • It's OK to be disappointed. Try to notice and acknowledge these feelings. Check in on others about how they are feeling too
    • Remember, players are people with feelings too – defeat can often highlight hateful messages. Racism and abuse are never acceptable
    • Reframe the disappointment by focusing on the moments of excitement, the conversations, the atmosphere, and the time spent with others
    • If post-match debate, criticism, and endless analysis are getting to you, try taking a break from social media
    • When a tournament ends, it can leave a gap in your routine. Planning something enjoyable – meeting friends, getting outdoors, following your local club, or looking ahead to the new season – can help shift your focus towards what you can control

  19. Get Involved

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    We reached the last four, were competitive against the reigning champions, and lost to a wonder-goal. Should all be proud of how the team did. Remember where we were ten years ago against Iceland? England fans have short memories...

    Zonks, Woking

    The England Women's team won competitions because of playing their 'finishers', not by shutting up shop. Maybe a leaf needs to be taken from their book?

    Steven, Durham

  20. 'What happens, happens but we have got to be proud'

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    England fan Alex Booth poses for a photo in his England shirtAngela Ferguson/BBC

    Alex Booth says it was a stressful watch but that he's proud of the team

    Alex Booth, from Northwich, Cheshire, says it was a stressful watch but "I'm so proud of England".

    "What happens, happens but we have got to be proud," he says.

    The sense of pride in the team also remains for Susan Jenkins, who watched the game with her family and friends.

    "We're proud of them. We really are," she says.

    Pauline Calderhead, who watched with her son and her friends, says she was "absolutely gutted" and "really sad", following England's late defeat.