Wayne Rooney rushes to the aid of Thomas Tuchel

The English legend believes only Pep Guardiola could replace the Three Lions boss

World Cup 2026 18 July 2026 at 06:35

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Wayne Rooney rushes to the aid of Thomas Tuchel

18.07.26 FT World Cup

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Despite England's elimination in the 2026 World Cup semi-finals against Argentina, Wayne Rooney refuses to question Thomas Tuchel. The former Three Lions captain insists the German remains the right man for the job.

Speaking to the BBC, Rooney was clear: he sees only one manager capable of doing better than Tuchel:

I don't see anyone else, unless you go and get Pep Guardiola. There is no better coach available.

For the former Manchester United striker, sacking Tuchel would make no sense unless a credible alternative is ready to take charge of the England squad.

🚨 ROONEY: ONLY PEP CAN REPLACE TUCHEL

Wayne Rooney believes England should stick with Thomas Tuchel unless Pep Guardiola becomes available. 🏴

According to Rooney, Pep is the only alternative capable of taking the Three Lions to another level.

Would Guardiola finally deliver… pic.twitter.com/wuUXSVg8bu
— Kenneth Football | Ghana 🇬🇭 (@biggest_kwame) July 18, 2026

Under contract until after Euro 2028, the German tactician still enjoys the full confidence of the English FA, which reportedly has no plans to end his tenure despite the World Cup disappointment. England will now look to finish the tournament on a high note by battling France for third place.