Thomas Tuchel has been named as the new England manager, an appointment that has generated divided opinions.
The German coach, without a team since his departure from Bayern Munich, has been chosen to lead the Three Lionsreplacing Lee Carsley, who had been acting as interim. Although Pep Guardiola was the favorite among many English fans, his commitment to Manchester City until 2025 left the way clear for Tuchel, who has signed a contract until after the 2026 World Cup.
Tuchel’s debut with the England team will not be immediate, as he will not officially take up the role until January 2025. Therefore, England’s next commitments in the Nations League in November will continue under the direction of Carsley. Despite this, the announcement of his arrival has shaken the football atmosphere in the country, particularly among the press, which has received the German coach’s election coldly. He Daily Mail called the day of Tuchel’s appointment a “black day for England”, reflecting widespread discontent over the decision to opt for a foreign coach.
The memory of previous experiences with non-British coaches, such as Sven-Göran Eriksson and Fabio Capello, who failed to achieve the expected success, is still present in the memories of English fans. There is great concern that this new attempt with a foreign coach, like Tuchel, will be another failed bet. However, the German arrives with an impressive resume, which includes major titles with Chelsea and PSG, in addition to his renowned tactical ability.
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