England's defensive retreat opened the door for Messi in World Cup semi-final
England faced Argentina in a World Cup semi-final under manager Thomas Tuchel, whose tactical plan showed early promise. After England scored, the team adopted a deeply defensive approach, effectively sitting back and ceding control of the match. This invited Lionel Messi and Argentina to apply sustained pressure for the final 37 minutes. England's decision to park the bus ultimately backfired, as their passive strategy contributed directly to their own elimination.
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