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Thomas Tuchel

The new manager of England’s male footballers.

He’s been described by his new bosses at the Football Association as, "one of the best coaches in the world".

Thomas Tuchel has also earned a reputation as a β€œcontrol freak”, with β€œcharming” yet β€œdivisive” attributes.

Born in Krumbach, Bavaria in 1973 his football journey began as a youngster when his father coached him at his local club. After growing into a promising defender, a knee injury brought his playing career to an end at the age of 25, but he’d already turned his eye to coaching.

Spells at Augsburg, Mainz, Borussia Dortmund, Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea and Bayern Munich followed. As did the honours, including a Champions League title.

But, as he now embarks on the international stage, Mark Coles has been talking with Thomas Tuchel’s friends and colleagues to find out more about the man leading the Three Lions.

Production Team

Producers: Bob Howard and Drew Hyndman
Editor: Ben Mundy
Sound: John Scott
Production Co-ordinator: Maria Ogundele

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15 minutes

On radio

Sat 4 Jan 2025 19:00

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  • Sat 4 Jan 2025 19:00
  • Sun 5 Jan 2025 12:15

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