Thomas Tuchel named England manager
The German becomes the third non-British permanent manager of the Three Lions
Thomas Tuchel has been named as the new England manager, with his tenure set to begin on January 1, 2025.
The 51-year-old German becomes only the third non-British permanent manager of the England men’s team, following Sven-Göran Eriksson and Fabio Capello.
Tuchel’s appointment follows the resignation of Gareth Southgate in July, after England’s defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final.
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Lee Carsley, who has overseen four games as interim manager since his appointment in August, will continue in the role for England’s upcoming Nations League matches against Greece and the Republic of Ireland next month.
Tuchel, who left Bayern Munich at the end of last season, said: “I am very proud to have been given the honour of leading the England team.
“I have long felt a personal connection to the game in this country, and it has given me some incredible moments already.
“To have the chance to represent England is a huge privilege, and the opportunity to work with this special and talented group of players is very exciting.”
Chief Executive Mark Bullingham announced that the Football Association has appointed “one of the best coaches in the world,” Thomas Tuchel.
The FA revealed that Tuchel, who parted ways with Bayern Munich at the end of last season, was the “preferred candidate” among “several candidates” interviewed for the position.
“The announcement was delayed to minimise distraction around the international camp that has just concluded,” a statement read.
The FA board approved the decision last week, and Tuchel officially signed a contract on October 8.
He will be joined by English coach Anthony Barry as his assistant.
Prior to his tenure at Bayern Munich, Tuchel managed several high-profile clubs, including Mainz, Borussia Dortmund, Paris Saint-Germain, and Chelsea.
Tuchel said after his appointment: “I am very proud to have been given the honour of leading the England team.
“I have long felt a personal connection to the game in this country, and it has given me some incredible moments already.
To have the chance to represent England is a huge privilege, and the opportunity to work with this special and talented group of players is very exciting.
“Working closely with Anthony [Barry] as my assistant coach, we will do everything we can to make England successful and the supporters proud.
Anthony Barry added: “For any Englishman in football, working with the national team is the pinnacle and I didn’t hesitate when Thomas asked me to come and join him again.
“I know what a great place St. George’s Park is and how much of an advantage it gives our England teams, and the support it gives to coaches.
“This squad is very talented and have done so much to bring the country together, I look forward to meeting and working with them on this exciting project.”
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