# “Thomas Tuchel disappointed with Kobbie Mainoo in training before the World Cup.”

- URL: https://apitofinal.pt/en/internacional-en/thomas-tuchel-disappointed-with-kobbie-mainoo-in-training-before-the-world-cup/
- Published: 2026-07-19T13:05:20+00:00
- Updated: 2026-07-19T13:05:20+00:00
- Publisher: Apito Final (apitofinal.pt)
- Section: Internacional
- Tags: Arsenal, Cardiff City, Enzo Fernandez, Kobbie Mainoo, Marcus Rashford

## Key points

- Thomas Tuchel ficou desapontado com o desempenho de Kobbie Mainoo no treino antes do jogo do Mundial contra o Gana.
- Mainoo era esperado no onze devido a preocupações com a condição física de Declan Rice, mas não convenceu o selecionador inglês, segundo o Daily Mail.
- O texto também refere polémicas sobre as substituições de Tuchel contra a Argentina e a eliminação de Inglaterra nas meias-finais.

## Article

[Thomas Tuchel](https://apitofinal.pt/en/nacional-en/klopp-denies-false-statements-about-tuchel-and-the-english-national-team/) expressed disappointment with Kobbie Mainoo's performance during training ahead of the [World Cup](https://apitofinal.pt/en/internacional-en/william-saliba-could-be-out-for-up-to-five-months-due-to-a-back-injury/) match against Ghana. The young [Manchester United](https://apitofinal.pt/en/?p=634280) midfielder, who was expected to come into the lineup due to concerns over Declan Rice's fitness, failed to convince the England manager, according to the Daily Mail.

The incident occurred at a critical stage of England's preparation for the group match, where the team needed solid solutions in midfield. Tuchel's lack of confidence in Mainoo was reflected in the player's absence from the pitch, even in the face of the need for tactical and physical changes.

This discontent is part of a broader context of criticism regarding the England manager's choices and strategies during the [World Cup](https://apitofinal.pt/en/?p=634276). Team management, particularly the defensive substitutions made in the game against Argentina, sparked controversy and raised doubts within the squad. Some players even questioned the impact of the changes made by Tuchel, which ultimately did not prevent England's elimination in the semi-finals.

[Lionel Messi](https://apitofinal.pt/en/?p=634240) did not hold back in criticizing the English tactics following Argentina's victory, reinforcing the notion that Tuchel's decisions were unsuccessful. Additionally, the controversy also involved Argentine player Enzo Fernandez, who deleted a social media post mocking England's defeat, featuring an image of Messi and Leandro Paredes laughing to the tune of “Wonderwall” by Oasis.

In the plans of English clubs, Marcus Rashford stands out, having rejected more lucrative offers than those he currently has at Manchester United, despite his £40 million release clause having expired. Arsenal's interest in young talents such as Axel Donczew from [Cardiff City](https://apitofinal.pt/en/?p=633745) is also evident in the transfer market, as are the strengthened negotiations by Newcastle and Tottenham for key positions.

Mainoo's situation may influence his future with the national team, as the confidence of the coach is crucial for the development of young players. The pressure on Tuchel to find effective solutions in midfield remains high, especially following the criticism and early elimination of England in this [World Cup](https://apitofinal.pt/en/nacional-en/laporte-warns-of-strange-aggressiveness-in-argentina-s-games/). How the coach manages the squad and options will have a direct impact on the national team's upcoming challenges.

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