Thomas Tuchel

Lionel Messi's strategic movements and ability to control opponents' attention make him a pivotal player for Argentina in the World Cup, contributing to 12 of their 18 goals. His unobtrusive field awareness and positioning, even when without the ball, highlight his enduring influence as he faces Spain in what may be his final World Cup appearance.

England faces Mexico in the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 at Estadio Azteca, where Argentina defeated England 2-1 in the 1986 quarterfinals. England's coach Thomas Tuchel emphasized the team is not seeking revenge for the 1986 loss but aims to create a new chapter. Mexico's home advantage, including altitude and crowd support, poses challenges for England.

England began their World Cup campaign with a 4-2 win over Croatia after halftime, with Thomas Tuchel's tactics proving effective. Meanwhile, Portugal was held to a 1-1 draw by the Democratic Republic of Congo, with Cristiano Ronaldo failing to register a shot on target, sparking questions about his playing time.