Appointment of Thomas Tuchel, a German, Is Met With Pushback From England Soccer Fans
Briefly

The Football Association confirmed on Wednesday that it had agreed to a deal with Thomas Tuchel to take charge of England's national team until the end of the 2026 World Cup.
His heavyweight resume includes coaching prominent clubs and winning honors in both France and Germany, making him an ideal candidate to address England’s long-standing challenges in major men's tournaments.
Despite his qualifications, Tuchel's appointment has been met with mixed reactions; some see it as a positive move, while others, like the Daily Mail, call it a dark day for England.
The tabloid emphasized the significance of hiring a German, reflecting the traditional sporting rivalry, as it criticized the Football Association's decision in a dramatic back page headline.
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