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Everything you need to know about newly appointed England manager Thomas Tuchel, including his short-lived playing career, coaching journey and personal life.
Thomas Tuchel Background
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Thomas Tuchel is a German football manager recently appointed as head coach of the England national team.
His playing career was relatively short-lived, as he was forced into retirement in his mid-20s.
Tuchel began as a youth player for TSV Krumbach, later moving to FC Augsburg and Stuttgarter Kickers. He eventually landed at SSV Ulm, where he played as a central defender before a knee cartilage injury forced him to retire prematurely at the age of 25 in 1998.
This led Tuchel to turn to coaching, with the German's career beginning in 2000 with VfB Stuttgart's youth teams. He then progressed to managing Augsburg II, Mainz 05, and Borussia Dortmund, where he gained recognition for his tactical acumen and impressive results.
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His success in the Bundesliga led him to prestigious roles at Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea, where he won the Champions League title with the Blues in 2021, a year after a disappointing loss to Bayern Munich.
Most recently, he managed Bayern Munich, winning the Bundesliga title in the 2023-24 season after old club Dortmund’s final-day collapse. However, Tuchel could not build on that title success and departed the Bavarian giants a year later.
In a surprising move, Tuchel was appointed the new head coach of the England national team in October 2024. He will officially take charge in January 2025, bringing his wealth of experience and tactical prowess to the Three Lions.
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18:10 - 17.10.2024
New England boss Thomas Tuchel sets 'dream' target to win 2026 World Cup
Ex-Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel is embracing the task at hand as new England boss ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
How old is Thomas Tuchel? (Thomas Tuchel Age)
Thomas Tuchel was born on August 29, 1973. The German tactician is 51 years old as of October 2024.
Thomas Tuchel Height
Thomas Tuchel stands 6 feet 4 inches. The manager stands at 1.92m.
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Where was Thomas Tuchel born?
Thomas Tuchel was born in Krumbach, a town in the district of Gunzburg, in Bavaria, Germany.
Thomas Tuchel England Manager
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Thomas Tuchel was officially appointed as manager of the England national team in October 2024, taking over from Gareth Southgate, who resigned after the Three Lions' Euro 2024 disappointment.
The German will officially begin his duties in January 2025, with Lee Carsley remaining in temporary charge of the one-time world champions.
Tuchel signed an 18-month contract with England, meaning his immediate remit is qualifying for and aiming to win the 2026 World Cup for the Three Lions, keen to add to their 1966 world title.
What is Thomas Tuchel’s England Salary?
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According to multiple sources, Thomas Tuchel's salary as England boss is £5m ($6.5m) per year.
When did Thomas Tuchel join Chelsea?
Thomas Tuchel joined Chelsea on January 26, 2021, on an 18-month contract with the option for an additional year, replacing Frank Lampard, who was sacked after a string of poor results.
Despite joining mid-season, the German manager made an immediate impact at Stamford Bridge, leading them to Champions League glory in his first six months in charge.
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He also won the UEFA Super Cup and the FIFA Club World Cup during his time at Stamford Bridge.
Thomas Tuchel to Man Utd
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22:31 - 11.06.2024
Ten Hag to STAY after Tuchel rejected Man United
Erik ten Hag will reportedly remain as Manchester United manager next season, and could even stay beyond with contract talks said to be imminent.
While Thomas Tuchel is currently at the helm of the England national team, there has been speculation linking him to the Manchester United job in the past.
This was largely due to the uncertainty surrounding Erik ten Hag's future at the club, with rumours of his potential sacking circulating in the summer of 2024 before the Red Devils retained the Dutchman.
With Tuchel committed to England until at least the 2026 World Cup, a move to Manchester seems unlikely.
Thomas Tuchel Coaching History
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Augsburg II: July 2007 - June 2008
Mainz: August 2009 - May 2014
Borussia Dortmund: June 2015 - May 2017
Paris Saint-Germain: May 2018 - December 2020
Chelsea: January 2021 - September 2022
Bayern Munich: March 2023 - May 2024
Thomas Tuchel Managerial Statistics
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Games | Wins | Draws | Losses | Win % | |
Augsburg II | 30 | 20 | 8 | 6 | 58.82 |
Mainz | 184 | 72 | 46 | 66 | 39.13 |
Borussia Dortmund | 107 | 67 | 23 | 17 | 62.62 |
Paris Saint-Germain | 127 | 95 | 13 | 19 | 74.80 |
Chelsea | 100 | 60 | 24 | 16 | 60.0 |
Bayern Munich | 61 | 37 | 8 | 16 | 60.66 |
613 | 351 | 122 | 140 | 57.26 |
What has Thomas Tuchel Won? (Thomas Tuchel Trophies)
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Borussia Dortmund
DFB-Pokal 2016-17
Paris Saint-Germain
Ligue 1: 2018-19, 2019-20
Coupe de France: 2019-20
Coupe de la Ligue 2019-20
Trophee des Champions: 2018, 2019
Chelsea
Champions League 2020-21
UEFA Super Cup: 2021
FIFA Club World Cup: 2021
Bayern Munich
Bundesliga 2022-23
Thomas Tuchel Tactics
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Thomas Tuchel is known for his tactical flexibility and ability to adapt his approach to the strengths of his players and the weaknesses of his opponents.
According to the Premier League, Tuchel has used 17 different formations across 426 league matches, but his favoured shapes are 4-2-3-1 and 3-4-2-1.
He prefers a possession-based style of play, but he is not afraid to cede possession and play on the counter-attack when necessary.
Tuchel is also known for his strong defensive organisation, which formed the foundation for Chelsea’s 2021 Champions League success.
Thomas Tuchel vs Pep Guardiola
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Thomas Tuchel and Pep Guardiola have faced off 12 times, with the German winning three, drawing two and losing seven.
All three victories over the Spanish manager came in his opening six months at Chelsea, with the biggest being the 1-0 Champions League final success at the expense of the Manchester City boss.
Thomas Tuchel vs Jurgen Klopp
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Thomas Tuchel and Jurgen Klopp have tussled on 19 occasions, and the former Liverpool boss has got the better of Tuchel 11 times. Five encounters have ended in stalemates and the ex-Chelsea boss has defeated Klopp three times.
Thomas Tuchel vs Antonio Conte
Thomas Tuchel and Antonio Conte have faced off four times, with the German coming out on top three times.
Although he has never lost to Conte, the only draw in their head-to-head was a 2-2 draw between Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge in August 2022, a match remembered for both managers' post-match handshake scuffle.
Thomas Tuchel Wife
As per multiple reports, Thomas Tuchel's current partner is Natalie Max, a Brazilian entrepreneur who lives in London. They have been together since May 2022.
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Tuchel was married to Sissi Tuchel for 13 years before their divorce in April 2022. They had two daughters — Emma and Kim.
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Thomas Tuchel Net Worth
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Thomas Tuchel has an estimated net worth of £20 million ($26 million), according to Football London.
This substantial wealth stems from his successful career as a football manager, having held high-profile positions at clubs like PSG, Chelsea, and Bayern Munich.
Significant severance packages received after his departures from Chelsea and Bayern Munich have also contributed to his financial standing.
Thomas Tuchel Social Media
Despite not having a verified account on X (formerly Twitter), Thomas Tuchel appears to be active on the platform with an account (@TTuchelofficial) that boasts 362,000 followers as of October 2024.
While there's no official confirmation that this account is managed by the manager himself, a verified PSG account tagged @TTuchelofficial when Tuchel extended his contract with the club in 2019.
Furthermore, the account posted a heartfelt message following his departure from Chelsea in 2022, suggesting a personal connection to the events.
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