The appointment of Thomas Tuchel as England’s men’s football manager marks a significant turning point in both his career and English football. Tuchel, who has built a distinguished résumé as a coach in several top European leagues, finds himself at the helm of a national team that has not won a major tournament since 1966.
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The Football Association (FA) has officially confirmed the appointment of Thomas Tuchel as England’s new head coach, effective January 1. This decision, announced on Wednesday, concludes a meticulous selection process that commenced in July when former head coach Gareth Southgate stepped down following a disappointing loss in the Euro 2024 final to Spain. Tuchel’s arrival
In a notable development within the realm of football governance, the European leagues and the global players’ union, FIFPRO, have filed an antitrust lawsuit against FIFA, asserting that the global football governing body is misusing its dual role as both tournament organizer and regulatory authority. This legal dispute, raised in Brussels, reflects a growing concern
In a climate rife with speculation and whispers, Pep Guardiola stands at a significant junction in his tenure at Manchester City. At 53 years old and with a contract that extends until June 2025, the renowned manager has generated buzz surrounding his potential departure. His reluctance to commit publicly to his future reflects a complicated
In an era where the turnover of national team coaches is alarmingly high, the stability shown by Japan’s Hajime Moriyasu is remarkable. With the footballing world constantly shifting, only a few coaches manage to endure the global pressures across multiple FIFA World Cup cycles. As of late 2023, of the 32 coaches who led their
With the United States gearing up to co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside Canada and Mexico, expectations for the U.S. Men’s National Team (USMNT) are soaring. Enter Mauricio Pochettino, a seasoned coach with an illustrious track record, who is steering the USMNT as they embark on what he describes as “a massive, massive responsibility.”
The ongoing discord between FIFA, the world football governing authority, and several key stakeholders in European football has reached a fever pitch as an increasing chorus of voices raises concerns about the sustainability of the expanding soccer calendar. On the horizon is a significant joint complaint planned by the European Leagues umbrella body, the FIFPRO
Gareth Southgate, the former manager of the England national football team, has recently made it clear that he will not return to coaching in the immediate future, despite rumors linking him to potential vacancies in high-profile clubs like Manchester United. After a tumultuous exit from the England setup, where he guided the Three Lions to
The world of football has been significantly dimmed with the recent passing of Johan Neeskens, a celebrated figure from the Netherlands’ iconic “Clockwork Orange” teams of the 1970s. Neeskens, who had a remarkable career both as a player and a coach, succumbed to death at the age of 73 while participating in a coaching project
The recent hiring of Mauricio Pochettino as head coach of the United States men’s national soccer team (USMNT) marks a significant shift in the direction and ambitions of U.S. Soccer. Chris Richards, a defender for the USMNT and Crystal Palace, articulates the sentiment that this choice signifies a commitment to serious growth within the sport