Former Chelsea coach, Thomas Tuchel, has been appointed as the new head coach of the England men’s national football team.
The English Football Association (FA) confirmed the news in a statement released on Wednesday.
The 51-year-old German succeeded Gareth Southgate, who resigned after England’s defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final in July.
Tuchel signed an 18-month contract on October 8 and will be supported by Anthony Barry, who previously worked alongside him at Chelsea and Bayern Munich.
In his first remarks following the appointment, Tuchel expressed his pride in leading the England team.
He also shared his long-standing connection with English football, saying it had already given him several memorable experiences.
“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 as my assistant coach, we will do everything we can to make England successful and the supporters proud. I want to thank the FA, in particular Mark and John, for their trust and I am looking forward to starting our journey together”, he said.
Tuchel is set to take on the role of England’s manager starting January 1, 2025. Until then, interim coach Lee Carsley will continue to lead the team through the November Nations League fixtures.
Tuchel will be the third foreign manager in England’s history, following in the footsteps of Sven-Goran Eriksson and Fabio Capello.
Tuchel’s coaching career includes leading Chelsea to a Champions League victory in 2021 and winning two French league titles with Paris Saint-Germain.
However, he has been out of work since being dismissed by Bayern Munich at the end of last season after a trophyless campaign.
