Former England captain Wayne Rooney says the Football Association should keep Thomas Tuchel as England head coach unless it can secure Pep Guardiola as an alternative. Rooney’s comments come as scrutiny continues following England’s semi-final exit, described in reports as the team falling short against Argentina, preventing them from reaching a second men’s World Cup final. One report also notes that an inquest is ongoing after the loss, reflecting on the circumstances around the tournament performance. Rooney argues that replacing Tuchel should not happen by default and that the only clear alternative he sees is Guardiola. The Football Association’s decision-making process is not detailed in the available coverage, but both outlets frame Rooney’s position around continuity with Tuchel and the potential availability of Guardiola as the deciding factor. Overall, the reports present Rooney’s view that England’s coaching next steps should depend on whether Guardiola can be appointed, rather than making a change without a comparable option.