World Cup Talk: Tuchel’s Mind Games, Argentina’s Weaknesses? The Road to the World Cup Final

Rafael Agacinski im WM-Talk: Der internationale Fußballtrainer, Koordinator der Borussia Dortmund Football Academy an der German International School in Sydney und ehemalige Talentscout analysiert die wichtigsten Entwicklungen der Fußball-Weltmeisterschaft. Credit: Getty

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is entering its decisive stage. England booked their place in the semi-finals thanks to Jude Bellingham, while Argentina defeated Switzerland after a game-changing red card. SBS German football expert Rafael Agacinski breaks down the quarter-finals, discusses Thomas Tuchel's post-match comments and the debate surrounding Bellingham, Norway's missed opportunities, and Argentina's uncompromising style of play. He also looks ahead to the semi-finals: Can Spain once again get the better of France? And how good are England's chances against defending champions Argentina?

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