The German coach has worked at some of the most prestigious clubs in Europe and has made a significant impact since arriving at Chelsea in 2021. He made an immediate impression at Stamford Bridge, leading the team to a Champions League victory just four months after taking over. The odds are now 7-1 for England to break their silverware drought and win the 2026 World Cup.
Bookmakers like Hills and Ladbrokes are offering odds of 33-1 for Tuchel to win the next World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the USA, Mexico, and Canada, as well as Euro 2028, held in England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland. He is priced at 2-1 to triumph at either of these upcoming major tournaments and 12-1 to leave his position before the 2026 World Cup.
Gareth Southgate, the previous England manager, faced criticism for not maximizing the potential of the attacking talent at his disposal. The recent defeat against Greece at Wembley highlighted the importance of balance in the team, as interim boss Lee Carsley experimented with young talents like Jude Bellingham, Cole Palmer, Bukayo Saka, and Phil Foden.
Tuchel is known for being a brilliant tactician and a strong, albeit sometimes polarizing, personality. His experience coaching top clubs like Chelsea, PSG, and Bayern, especially during challenging times such as Abramovich’s assets being frozen, has prepared him for the England national team job. While his approach may lean towards pragmatism rather than flashy football, his success at Chelsea was built on defensive solidity, conceding just two goals in his first 14 matches.
The German coach’s ability to deliver in high-pressure games was evident in victories over top teams like Tottenham, Liverpool, and Atletico Madrid during his early days at Chelsea. He also secured wins against Guardiola’s Man City towards the end of the 2020-21 season and triumphed over Ancelotti’s Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-finals.
With England’s heartbreak in the Euro 2020 and Euro 2024 finals under Southgate, fans are hopeful that Tuchel can bring his winning touch to the national team and lead them to glory in major tournaments.
