Thomas Tuchel Takes Over as England Coach

Thomas Tuchel, the newly appointed England manager, expressed his determination to prove critics wrong after the national team was drawn in Group K for the European qualifiers of the 2026 World Cup, facing Serbia, Albania, Latvia, and Andorra. Tuchel, who officially starts on January 1, emphasized the importance of focusing on the qualification process and showing his commitment to the role, which he considers a dream job. His appointment has received mixed reactions, particularly due to his German nationality following Gareth Southgate's departure. Tuchel plans to create an 'adventurous' and attacking style of play while actively engaging with players at the training base, St. George's Park. He also mentioned plans to reach out to Arsenal's Ben White, offering a fresh start. Tuchel's tenure marks a new chapter for the England team, aiming for success in the upcoming World Cup.