Thomas Tuchel is reportedly set to become the new manager of England after reaching an agreement with the Football Association (FA), according to multiple reports from British and German media on Tuesday.
The FA is expected to hold a press conference at Wembley on Wednesday, where the German is likely to be announced as Gareth Southgate’s replacement. Tuchel, who has been without a job since departing Bayern Munich at the end of last season, would become only the third foreign manager to lead the England national team, following in the footsteps of Sven-Göran Eriksson and Fabio Capello.
Sky Germany is reporting that Tuchel has signed an 18-month contract with the FA – which will start on January 1. In March, England is set to either compete in a two-legged play-off for promotion in the Nations League or kick off their World Cup qualifying campaign. These matches are expected to mark Tuchel’s debut as the national team manager, following his departure from Bayern Munich in May.
🚨🏴 Thomas Tuchel has signed his contract valid until July 2026, so after the World Cup.
He’s the new England manager, it will be made official this week. 🤝🏻 pic.twitter.com/fLkc1vikMz
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) October 15, 2024
Tuchel has an impressive track record, having secured a total of 11 major trophies throughout his managerial career. His achievements include winning the Bundesliga with Bayern Munich, capturing two Ligue 1 titles with Paris Saint-Germain, and claiming the UEFA Champions League with Chelsea. This successful background positions him well for his new role as England’s manager.
England’s national team manager will present a significant new challenge for the German coach, who will aim to secure the country’s first major trophy since it last lifted the World Cup on home soil in 1966.
“Yes,” he replied. “I feel that we are very critical of each other in Germany, especially with players or coaches and not only with me. “Pretty simple question. I felt more appreciation in England, yes.”
Can Thomas Tuchel break England’s trophy jinx?
Thomas Tuchel’s appointment as the England national team manager represents a crucial decision in their quest for international success. As he steps into this pivotal role, the question is whether he can guide the Three Lions to a major trophy, which would be England’s first since their historic World Cup win in 1966.
England’s immediate future features pivotal matches in March, which may include a two-legged Nations League play-off or their inaugural World Cup qualifying games. These fixtures will act as a crucial assessment of Tuchel’s managerial abilities and will set the tone for his tenure. Achieving success in these early encounters could generate the momentum necessary for the team to build toward a serious trophy challenge.
While it remains uncertain whether Thomas Tuchel can secure a trophy for the England national team, his impressive track record suggests he possesses the potential to achieve significant success. With the right tactics and the backing of a talented squad, Tuchel could indeed guide England toward a long-awaited victory.
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Mohd Faisal Hakak is a sports author from Kashmir. He likes to keep tabs on the sporting world with a keen interest in football, motorsports, NBA, and other marquee sports. He is a science graduate from Islamia College Srinagar.
