The Football Association has officially announced the appointment of Thomas Tuchel as the new manager of the England men’s national team, effective January 1, 2025. The 51-year-old German coach will become the third non-British permanent manager in the team’s history, following in the footsteps of Sven-Goran Eriksson and Fabio Capello.
Tuchel’s appointment comes after Gareth Southgate’s resignation in July, following England’s loss to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Lee Carsley, who has served as interim manager since August, will continue in his role for the upcoming Nations League matches against Greece and the Republic of Ireland next month.
Expressing his enthusiasm, Tuchel stated, “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.”
Mark Bullingham, chief executive of the Football Association, emphasized the significance of Tuchel’s appointment, stating that the FA had secured “one of the best coaches in the world.” The association highlighted that Tuchel emerged as the “preferred candidate” among “several candidates” interviewed for the role. The FA board approved the decision last week, and Tuchel signed his contract on October 8.
A statement from the FA noted, “The announcement was delayed to minimise distraction around the international camp that has just concluded.”
In addition, English coach Anthony Barry will serve as Tuchel’s assistant, bringing further support to the new management team. Tuchel has an impressive coaching resume, having managed notable clubs such as Mainz, Borussia Dortmund, Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea, and most recently, Bayern Munich.
