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Tuchel Says It’s An ‘honour’ To Get England Job – As Prince William Sends Good Luck Message

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Tuchel Says It’s An ‘honour’ To Get England Job – As Prince William Sends Good Luck Message

Thomas Tuchel has said it is an “honour” and “huge privilege” to become England manager – as the FA confirmed his appointment.

In a statement, the new boss of the men’s team said: “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.

“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.”

Anthony Barry will be the German manager’s number two.

Tuchel, 51, replaces Gareth Southgate who stepped down after this summer’s Euros.

FA chief executive Mark Bullingham said: “We are thrilled to have hired Thomas Tuchel, one of the best coaches in the world and Anthony Barry who is one of the best English coaches to support him.”

Temporary manager Lee Carsley is expected to stay in charge for the next two Nations League games against Greece and Ireland.

Prince William, patron of the FA, posted on social media: “Exciting times for @England, with a generation of talented players and a new manager taking the reins.

“Thomas, wishing you the best of luck, we’re all behind you! W.”

Image: Tuchel celebrates after Chelsea score in the 2021 Champions League final. Pic: Reuters Tuchel, who previously managed Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain manager, has been out of work since he left Bayern Munich last season.

He was in charge when Chelsea won the Champions League 2021 but was sacked the following year.

He becomes the third non-English manager to take charge of the Three Lions after Fabio Capello and Sven-Goran Eriksson.

Tuchel was one of the bookmakers’ favourites along with the likes of Pep Guardiola and English coaches Graham Potter and Eddie Howe.

His assistant in the England role, Anthony Barry, previously worked under him at Chelsea and Bayern.

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