Thomas Tuchel was right! England coach defended over collapse against Argentina as ex-Three Lions star says 'smart' substitutions not to blame for World Cup exit

Former England international Andros Townsend has defended manager Thomas Tuchel following England's World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina. Townsend argues that the team's collapse was due to individual player errors rather than Tuchel's tactical substitutions.
Former England international Andros Townsend has fiercely defended manager Thomas Tuchel following the Three Lions' agonising 2-1 World Cup semi-final collapse to Argentina. Townsend dismissed the widespread backlash over Tuchel's defensive changes, arguing the tactical adjustments were "smart" manoeuvres that were ultimately let down by the players on the pitch.
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