Whether/when he gets there, his keen intellect, strategic outlook, and unique style are producing an England national football team that’s turning heads. His attacking style stands in stark contrast to his predecessor Gareth Southgate. Known for his blunt, honest, and combative style, Tuchel is setting new standards for the team both on and off the pitch. His management style reflects what he expects from his players: a no-nonsense approach that prioritizes clarity and directness. Determined to keep a hold of all of England’s hot’ No 10s, Tuchel is a master at getting them. He won’t try to jam them all into one team, despite the drama that might create.
Tuchel’s willingness to cut old favorites down to size in the name of fielding the strongest XI has already sent shockwaves through the squad. His methodology would be most dangerous for Phil Foden, who is in a confidence crisis right now. Tuchel would like to keep things close to the chest and keep leaking under wraps. He uses the blunt force approach of Fabio Capello, waiting to name his team until late on matchday. This tactic adds danger and uncertainty around every corner and it forces players to pay close attention and stay competitive.
In a friendly match late last month against Latvia, Tuchel proved himself a tactical genius. He pulled Jude Bellingham for fear of him getting a red card, showcasing his future-focused management style. This move came under criticism. Tuchel recalled Jordan Henderson to the side, appreciating the leadership qualities he possessed. He has faced opposition on Marcus Rashford. By providing Rashford with two international starts—his first since November 2023—he showed faith and trust in his talents.
One of the big headlines behind Tuchel’s decision was the debut of Myles Lewis-Skelly. Just like his revered in-game counterpart, many believe Lewis-Skelly to be the future of England’s left-back position. Even as Tuchel continues to carve his own identity and style, he is not totally rejecting the foundation that Southgate has built. Instead, he accepts and admires the intense spirit of togetherness and pride in a shared identity that Southgate managed to create amongst his player squad.
Tuchel’s task is more than just getting to the World Cup. Where he wants to create a cohesive brotherhood with a singular identity, focused on that hard-earned, but still, melee-y, second star for England. THE BROTHERHOOD Tuchel is sharp on the brotherhood Tuchel likes to talk about with the media and his players. Finally, he underscores just how essential their unity will be to their success. According to Marc Guehi, Tuchel sometimes seems more like a teammate than a manager, underscoring his approachability and ability to foster camaraderie within the squad.
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