Tuchel Criticises World Cup Referees After England's Win Over Mexico

England’s head coach Thomas Tuchel blasted the officiating at the World Cup after the nation’s 2‑1 victory over Mexico in the last‑16, saying the referees “are just not good enough.” The comments came in the wake of a dramatic match at the Estadio Azteca, where England’s late goals secured a place in the quarter‑finals but were marred by a number of contentious decisions that the coach felt undermined the integrity of the game.

Tuchel’s remarks followed a series of controversial calls, including a disputed penalty for Mexico and a late free‑kick that was deemed to have given England an unfair advantage. He argued that the refereeing quality did not match the standards expected at the world’s biggest football event, adding that such inconsistencies could influence the outcome of crucial matches. The criticism adds to growing concerns among teams about the consistency and fairness of officiating in the tournament.