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England carry 'scars' of World Cup exit, says Tuchel

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 England coach Thomas Tuchel and John Stones during a press Conference ahead of the Bronze Final vs France at Miami Stadium on July 17, 2026 in Miami Gardens, Florida.  (Kevin C. Cox /AFP)

Thomas Tuchel said Friday that England's players carry the "scars" of a painful World Cup exit, admitting there was still a gap to close to the top nations.

The England boss has been heavily criticised for his defensive substitutions in a 2-1 semi-final defeat by Argentina in Atlanta on Wednesday.

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