As Thomas Tuchel prepares to take charge of England, fans are eager to see how he will approach the squad following the disappointment of the Euro 2024 final loss to Spain under Gareth Southgate.
The former Chelsea and Bayern Munich manager is known for his tactical flexibility, often deploying a 3-4-2-1 or 4-2-3-1 system. Given the wealth of talent at his disposal, his first lineup promises to be an intriguing mix of youth and experience.
Formation: 3-4-2-1 or 4-2-3-1?
Tuchel's preferred formations at Chelsea and Bayern Munich could influence his England tactics. He favoured a 3-4-2-1 in knockout competitions, leading Chelsea to Champions League glory, but often used a 4-2-3-1 at Bayern.
Either way, England’s experienced core should adapt quickly, with versatile players capable of filling multiple roles.
Key Players
At the heart of the attack will be Harry Kane, who flourished under Tuchel at Bayern Munich, scoring 44 goals in his debut season. Despite a quieter performance in recent friendlies, Kane’s leadership and finishing ability make him seemingly undroppable.
Supporting Kane will likely be Bukayo Saka and Cole Palmer, both of whom have been standout performers for their clubs.
Saka’s versatility allows him to play in advanced positions or even as a wing-back, while Palmer’s creativity and composure have earned him a spot in the senior squad.
Phil Foden, despite his brilliance at Manchester City, has struggled to replicate that form in an England shirt.
Tuchel may still start him, but he faces competition from Jack Grealish, who has impressed in recent outings.
Midfield and Defence
Jude Bellingham and Declan Rice are expected to anchor the midfield, with the possibility of Conor Gallagher, who has worked with Tuchel before, providing extra depth.
In defence, a back three of John Stones, Levi Colwill, and Marc Guehi could protect Jordan Pickford, with Luke Shaw and Trent Alexander-Arnold as the preferred wing-backs.
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