Thomas Tuchel Faces Scrutiny Ahead of England Manager Debut at Wembley

🕓 Last updated on September 6, 2025

Thomas Tuchel England manager debut begins at Wembley. Jens Lehmann questions appointment; England prepares for World Cup qualifiers.

Thomas Tuchel England manager debut takes center stage on Friday night as he leads the Three Lions at Wembley for the first time. The match against Albania marks the beginning of a new chapter for England, who continue their 59-year pursuit of a major international trophy.

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Arsenal legend Jens Lehmann shared his thoughts on Tuchel’s new role. He called the German coach “lucky” to land the England job and expressed doubts about his ability to deliver silverware.

Lehmann pointed to Tuchel’s dismissal from Bayern Munich as a red flag, despite his previous success with Chelsea, PSG, and Dortmund.

Tuchel’s Move Sparks Mixed Reactions

Lehmann defended Tuchel against accusations of betrayal from German football figures.

“Being called a traitor is not a valid concept,” he told talkSPORT.
He emphasized that coaching is a professional decision, not a matter of national loyalty.

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Tuchel becomes the third foreign manager to lead England. With a talented squad and World Cup qualifiers underway, fans expect results quickly. England started strong with wins over Albania and Latvia, but critics remain cautious.

Robert Huth Adds Fuel to the Debate

Former defender Robert Huth criticized Tuchel’s appointment, saying he wouldn’t accept a German coaching England. Lehmann responded with calm disagreement, praising Huth’s honesty but dismissing the notion of betrayal.

Thomas Tuchel England manager debut arrives with pressure and promise. As England prepares for the World Cup, Tuchel must prove he can unite the squad and deliver results. The football world will watch closely to see if he can silence the skeptics

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