England manager Thomas Tuchel has signed a new contract that will keep him in charge of the national team until the end of Euro 2028.
The 52-year-old German, who succeeded Gareth Southgate in October 2024, guided England through an unbeaten World Cup qualifying campaign, winning all eight of their matches.
Speaking in a statement released by The Football Association, Tuchel expressed his delight at extending his tenure. He said he was proud to continue in the role and looked forward to leading the team at the upcoming World Cup, describing it as an incredible opportunity to make the country proud. His previous deal had been due to expire after this year’s tournament.
The FA said the extension offers clarity and stability amid speculation about Tuchel’s future beyond the World Cup. Chief executive Mark Bullingham noted that while the new contract includes performance-related conditions, it removes uncertainty for players and staff heading into major competitions.
Tuchel had also been linked with a move to Manchester United, but the new agreement appears to rule out a post-World Cup switch to Old Trafford. He thanked Bullingham, FA colleagues and supporters for their backing, saying he did not hesitate when asked to continue in what he called a “dream job.”
The FA’s decision to extend his deal before the World Cup underlines its confidence in Tuchel, who is aiming to deliver England’s first major trophy in nearly 60 years. Bullingham described him as the right choice for the role and insisted there is no better candidate in world football.
Tuchel has previously spoken of his ambition to add a “second star” to England’s shirt by winning the 2026 World Cup. England’s only major international triumph remains their 1966 World Cup victory on home soil, when they defeated West Germany at Wembley. Under Southgate, they reached the finals of Euro 2020 and Euro 2024 but fell short on both occasions.
England eased through qualifying in a group featuring Albania, Serbia, Latvia and Andorra, winning every game. At the World Cup, they will face Croatia, Ghana and Panama in the group stage. If they progress as group winners, they could meet co-hosts Mexico in the last 16 and potentially five-time champions Brazil in the quarter-finals.