Tuchel hits back at Trump for World Cup comments

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England manager Thomas Tuchel delivered a sharp response to US President Donald Trump’s viral tactical critique regarding Harry Kane’s defensive role during the Three Lions’ semifinal defeat against Argentina.

Thomas Tuchel hit back at Donald Trump during a tense press conference following England’s World Cup exit.

'Is Trump your witness?': Thomas Tuchel responds to the U.S. president's criticism of England's performance against Argentina.

Donald Trump questioned the captain's tactics, saying he 'put his best player on defence'.

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When questioned about the US President’s widely publicized comments that utilizing golf partner Harry Kane defensively was a “mistake,” a bristling Tuchel sharply shot down the reporter, retorting: “Do you use Donald Trump as your witness for the case or…?”