Paul Scholes has slammed Thomas Tuchel's decision to overlook Kobbie Mainoo against DR Congo.
The England boss's choice could worsen Mainoo's situation.

What happened?

England edged past DR Congo to book their last-16 spot, with Harry Kane's display proving decisive.

Why it matters for Paul Scholes

Scholes argued that thrusting Mainoo into the Mexico fixture would be unfair, given the youngster's lack of game time.

What comes next?

Mexico vs. England kicks off on Sunday at 11pm, and Scholes believes Tuchel's team selection will be crucial.

Scholes spoke on The Good, The Bad & The Football podcast, disagreeing with Nicky Butt's suggestion to play Mainoo or Eberechi Eze.

Butt said, "I think if we're going to beat Mexico then we have to be more expansive in midfield and play Kobbie Mainoo or Eberechi Eze."

Scholes responded, "There's no way he's going to play Kobbie Mainoo, he's never going to do that, no chance!"

Scholes questioned Tuchel's decision to include Mainoo in the World Cup squad, given he is yet to play.

Scholes remarked, "I don't know, but do you know what? It would probably be the wrong thing to do for Kobbie now."

He added, "He's been out there for three or four weeks but he's not played a game. Imagine if all of a sudden he's got to come in."

Scholes criticized Tuchel's display vs. DR Congo, saying, "I thought it was bad. We brought Thomas Tuchel in because he's been at big clubs and played brilliant football."

Scholes feels Tuchel has been made into an English manager, picking players he doesn't want to work with.

The United icon said, "The two best footballers he's got are Kobbie Mainoo and Eberechi Eze but he isn't playing them."

Scholes believes Mainoo and Eze can make a team play good football, but Tuchel is not giving them a chance.

England's last-16 clash with Mexico is highly anticipated, and Scholes' comments will add to the debate.

The match against Mexico will be a tough test for England, and Tuchel's team selection will be closely watched.

Scholes' criticism of Tuchel's decision will put pressure on the England boss to make changes.

The 2026 World Cup has been full of surprises, and England's match against Mexico will be a key fixture.

Paul Scholes' comments have sparked a debate about Tuchel's team selection and England's chances.