Tuchel is known for his unusual ways of motivating his teams. A story from his early days as a youth coach shows this. He once took his Mainz under-19s team on a mountain biking trip, where they buried a Mainz badge on the peak. He told them they would dig it up when they reached the final.
Almost a year later, when his team did make the final, Tuchel drove 300 miles to dig up the badge. He even filmed himself doing it to prove to his players it was real. This motivated them to win the final against Borussia Dortmund.
Tuchel is a brilliant tactician, known for his clever strategies. He's the kind of coach who can outsmart even the best, like he did when Chelsea beat Manchester City in the 2021 Champions League final. This is why England hired him – they hope he can add this tactical edge to the national team.
But some worry that Tuchel might damage the good atmosphere that Southgate created. Southgate had worked hard to bring the team together, using team-building activities and encouraging a positive mindset. There are concerns that Tuchel's intense personality might undo this good work.
Tuchel's ability to understand and manage players' emotions will be as important as his tactical skills if England wants to win the 2026 World Cup. He can be both inspiring and demanding, as seen in his interactions with young players like Callum Hudson-Odoi.
His time at Bayern Munich was mixed. He had some disagreements with players, and the team didn't win the Bundesliga title for the first time in 11 years.
It's uncertain what to expect from Tuchel as England manager. Some think the team needs his directness, while others worry about the impact on team morale. Ultimately, his success will be judged on one thing: can he lead England to win a major trophy after 60 years? If he does, no one will care how he does it.
