England took the lead against Argentina thanks to a 55th minute Anthony Gordon goal, but Tuchel then decided against building upon it.
The German made several defensive substitutions, sitting back and allowing Argentina to control the game before they inevitably scored through Enzo Fernandez.
With the score a 1-1, Argentina continued to push for a winner, and just over six minutes later, Lautaro Martinez bagged with winner.
Speaking after the game, Rooney slammed Tuchel’s decision to go so defensive so early, saying: "We've crumbled... it started from the manager."
He added: "Once we got the first goal, we didn't look to go for the second goal.
"For the players, and for me, Thomas Tuchel made the decision, and when you make the decision it is a gamble.
"The gamble he made was to go with five at the back, which allowed them to dictate the game. The decisions that Tuchel has made cost us tonight."