The England national team secured its spot in the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup, after overturning a deficit to win 2-1 against Norway in extra time in the quarter-finals yesterday (Saturday), continuing its strong performances under the leadership of its German coach Thomas Tuchel.

According to the statistics network 'Opta', England have won their last two World Cup matches after conceding the first goal (against DR Congo and then Norway), having previously won only one of their previous 23 matches in the tournament when conceding first.

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The network added that Tuchel has won 16 of the 20 matches he has led the England national team in across all competitions, a win rate of 80%, which is the best win rate for any manager to take charge of a single European nation in more than 10 matches.

England will face defending champions Argentina in the semi-finals, while France will play Spain in the other match of the same stage.

England had previously beaten DR Congo 2-1 in the round of 32, before defeating Mexico 3-2 in the round of 16, then knocked out Norway 2-1.

80% - @England have won 16 of their 20 matches under Thomas Tuchel across all competitions, giving him the best win rate of any manager to take charge of more than 10 matches with a single European nation. Standards. pic.twitter.com/GjW6TYubOQ — OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) July 12, 2026