England's thrilling win over Norway has secured their spot in the semi-finals, where they will face either Switzerland or Argentina. However, manager Thomas Tuchel was not pleased with his team's performance, describing it as "sloppy" and "lacking in speed and repetition."
Tuchel's comments sparked a reaction from England hero Jude Bellingham, who appeared irked by the criticism. Bellingham, who has been instrumental in England's World Cup campaign, downplayed Tuchel's comments, saying that the players were "putting in a tough shift" and that he appreciated their efforts.
Former England defender Gary Neville weighed in on the disagreement, suggesting that Tuchel's high expectations were a positive sign for the team's chances. Neville praised both Tuchel and Bellingham for their honest assessments, describing them as "massive egos" who were "world-class" players and managers.
Neville also noted that the level of angst displayed by Bellingham and Tuchel was a rare sight in English football, recalling only a few instances of similar clashes between players and managers. He believes that this level of passion and competitiveness is beneficial for the team and will drive them to perform better in their upcoming matches.
England now has three days to prepare for their next match, which will be against either Switzerland or Argentina. The other semi-final tie will feature tournament favourites France against Spain.
