Thomas Tuchel has impressed as England bossIn less than 18 months, England manager Thomas Tuchel has managed to win over former Three Lions boss Peter Taylor. However, he has been thoroughly convinced, with England poised to enter the tournament as one of the favourites to triumph. "First of all I've got to say I wasn't over the moon when I saw the appointment for the new England manager," Taylor told the Mirror. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTTaylor can point to substantial experience within the England Under-21 set-up, overseeing the age-group side during two separate periods either side of his solitary match managing the seniors in 2000. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT"I definitely think the Under-21 players will be better if it meant they go and play 20 under-21 games before they get into the senior squad," Taylor added.

Source: Express March 27, 2026 08:41 UTC