Thomas Tuchel Appointed England Head Coach: “Huge Privilege” to Lead Talented Squad [WATCH]

Former Chelsea and Bayern Munich boss Thomas Tuchel named England head coach until 2026. Watch his first message, read his heartfelt statement, and learn about his vision for the Three Lions.

The English Football Association has announced Thomas Tuchel as the new head coach of the England national team. The former Chelsea and Bayern Munich boss has signed a contract until July 2026, with his tenure set to begin in January 2025.

Tuchel, who previously led Chelsea to Champions League glory in 2021 and Bayern Munich to a domestic double last season, expressed his pride and excitement about his new role.

“I am very proud to have been given the honour of leading the England team,” Tuchel said in his first message as England boss. “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.”

English FA CEO Mark Bullingham welcomed Tuchel, highlighting his impressive track record and the FA's ambitions.

“We wanted to hire a coaching team to give us the best possible chance of winning a major tournament, and we believe they will do just that,” Bullingham stated. “Thomas and the team have a single-minded focus on giving us the best possible chance to win the World Cup.”

Tuchel's appointment marks a new era for English football, with the experienced manager tasked with guiding the Three Lions to success on the international stage.

Tuchel's Trophies and Accolades:

• Champions League winner (2021)
• UEFA Super Cup winner (2021)
• FIFA Club World Cup winner (2021)
• Bundesliga winner (2021)
• DFB-Pokal winner (2020)
• Premier League Manager of the Month (multiple times)

Watch Thomas Tuchel's first message as England boss and stay tuned for more updates on his journey with the Three Lions.

📩 (1) new message from Thomas Tuchel. pic.twitter.com/ADTVUHpnRN

— England (@England) October 16, 2024

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