Throughout his tenure, Tuchel won league titles in France and Germany, led Chelsea to their second Champions League victory in 2021, and won six domestic cups.
The former Chelsea player replaces current interim manager Lee Carsley, who will return to his position as U21 manager, marking his maiden foray into international management.Last Monday, Tuchel agreed to a deal that will start on January 1 and run for 18 months, ending after the 2026 World Cup.
Anthony Barry, with whom he previously collaborated at Chelsea and Bayern Munich, will support him.
"I am really happy to have been granted the opportunity to lead the England team. I've had a long-standing personal relationship to the game in this country, and it's already provided me with some fantastic moments," Tuchel said.
England FA Statement:-
We are pleased to announce that Thomas Tuchel, the winner of the UEFA Champions League, will take over as head coach of the senior men's team for England. Anthony Barry, a highly regarded English coach, will serve as his assistant.
"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."
The 51-year-old has been out of job since his 14-month stint with the Bundesliga powerhouse was cut short at the end of the previous season.
During his time at Chelsea, Tuchel led the club to its second Champions League title, defeating Manchester City in the 2021 final.

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