Thomas Tuchel has been confirmed as the new manager of the senior men’s national team of England.
England Confirm Appointment Of Thomas Tuchel As Manager
The Three Lions made known the appointment of Tuchel via a statement shared on their website which read:
“The FA has announced that UEFA Champions League winner Thomas Tuchel is the new England senior men’s head coach and will be assisted by internationally-renowned English coach Anthony Barry.”
The decision to recruit Tuchel and Barry was approved by the FA Board early last week, with the former signing his contract on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.
The announcement was delayed to minimize distraction around the international camp that has just concluded.
Thomas Tuchel And Anthony Barry
Thomas Tuchel will be reunited with Anthony Barry, having worked closely with the Englishman at Chelsea and Bayern where they won four trophies together between both clubs.
Liverpool-born Barry, who is a UEFA Pro license holder, has a significant international pedigree, notably working in subservient roles with Belgium and Portugal at the 2022 FIFA World Cup and UEFA EURO 2024, respectively.
The pair will bring a small backroom team with them to St. George’s Park, with a further coaching update expected in the foreseeable future.
Thomas Tuchel will commence his job as manager of England on January 1, 2025, and he will take charge of qualification matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, due to be staged in Canada, Mexico, and the USA.
Thomas Tuchel’s Comment After He Was Appointed Manager Of England
Speaking after his appointment as Three Lions boss was confirmed, Tuchel expressed how proud to have been handed the opportunity to guide England.
Thomas Tuchel said: “I am very proud to have been given the honor 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.”
The 51-year-old also added that having the opportunity to tutor England is a massive “privilege”, while also noting the immense talent at his disposal.
Tuchel added: “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”.
Thomas Tuchel’s Previous Stint In England
Thomas Tuchel has in the past managed in England, coaching Premier League side Chelsea, and he led the club to the UEFA Champions League, FIFA Club World, and UEFA Super Cup triumphs.
The Englishman has also tutored several other top clubs in his career, including; Bayern Munich, Paris Saint Germain, and Borussia Dortmund.
The England job will be Tuchel’s first taste at management internationally, and he will be hoping to achieve success with the country and make his mark on the international front.
Non-English Managers That Have Handled England
The erstwhile Mainz 05 manager will become the 3rd non-English boss of the Three Lions after late Swedish manager Sven-Goran Eriksson, who took charge of England between 2001 to 2006, and former Italian tactician Fabio Capello, who tutored the country from 2008 to 2012.
What Will Success Be For England Under Thomas Tuchel?
Tuchel has his work cut out for him, as he will have to eclipse the achievements of the last permanent boss of England, Gareth Southgate, who led England to the final of the UEFA European Championship on two occasions (2020 and 2024).
Southgate also guided the Three Lions to the semi-finals of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, albeit losing to Belgium in the third-place final.
Thomas Tuchel will have a litany of European stars to work with, including Jude Bellingham, Harry Kane, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Phil Foden, amongst others.
What Does This News Mean for Interim Boss Lee Carsley?
Tuchel’s appointment as England gaffer means Lee Carsley would remain in interim charge for their UEFA Nations League matches against Greece and the Republic of Ireland in November 2024.
However, he will return to handle the U21 after those matches, having been given the opportunity to lead the senior men’s national team of England in an interim capacity since August 2024.
Carsley was thought to have been considered for the job but the Englishman’s lack of clarity regarding his ambitions had reignited rumors over the position in recent days.
Lee Carsley has managed England in 4 matches thus far, securing 3 victories and losing 1 game.
