Thomas Tuchel has been appointed as the new England manager, with his tenure set to begin on January 1, 2025. The 51-year-old German becomes the third non-British coach to take charge of the men’s national team, following Sven-Goran Eriksson and Fabio Capello.
Tuchel’s appointment follows Gareth Southgate’s resignation in July after England’s defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Interim manager Lee Carsley, who has managed four matches since August, will continue to lead the team in their upcoming Nations League fixtures against Greece and the Republic of Ireland next month.
Speaking about his new role, Tuchel, who parted ways with Bayern Munich at the end of last season, said: “I am incredibly proud to have been given the honour of managing the England team. I’ve always had a personal connection with English football, and it has provided me with many unforgettable moments. Leading this talented group of players is an exciting opportunity.”
Football Association (FA) Chief Executive Mark Bullingham praised Tuchel as “one of the best coaches in the world,” noting that he was the FA’s preferred candidate from several contenders. The FA board approved the decision last week, and Tuchel signed his contract on October 8. The announcement was delayed to avoid distracting from the recently concluded international camp.
English coach Anthony Barry will join Tuchel’s staff as assistant coach. Tuchel’s managerial career includes stints at Mainz, Borussia Dortmund, Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea, and most recently, Bayern Munich.