Thomas Tuchel will remain as England's head coach through the 2028 European Championship, following a contract extension signed in February. The agreement secures his position until the end of the tournament, which will be co-hosted by England, Scotland, Wales, and the Republic of Ireland.
Despite England's failure to reach the World Cup final this summer, officials have confirmed their intention to retain Tuchel's leadership for upcoming international competitions. The decision reflects confidence in the coach's ability to guide the team through future challenges, including the next major tournament cycle.
Tuchel expressed optimism about the future, stating he is "looking forward" to guiding the team at Euro 2028. Following England's World Cup semifinal defeat to Argentina, he acknowledged the remaining third-place playoff against France but emphasized his focus on long-term goals. "The World Cup is not over," Tuchel said. "There is still a match to play that we are not looking forward to, but there is still a match to play. Then we keep on going. I have a contract until the home Euros and I'm looking forward to that even though right now, it's difficult to look that far ahead."
The Football Association released a statement after the World Cup loss, acknowledging the team's efforts. "The players and staff gave their all during the tournament," the FA said. "We are deeply grateful to our supporters for their unwavering support throughout this journey." The organization praised the squad's dedication and expressed appreciation for the public's enthusiasm during the competition.
England will face France in the World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday. Tuchel described the match as "not something we look forward to" but stressed the importance of completing the tournament with determination. The match will be a final opportunity to showcase the team's resilience before shifting focus to continental qualifiers and the 2028 campaign.
