MUNICH (AP) â New Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel acknowledged Saturday he faces a challenging start to his new job after his surprise hiring Friday to replace Julian Nagelsmann. Tuchel goes straight into crucial games, starting with German title rival â and Tuchelâs former club â Borussia Dortmund on April 1. âThe challenge canât be any greater,â Tuchel said. Ten days later, Bayern plays Manchester City in the quarterfinals of the Champions League. There will be little time to rest or practic
The 23-year-old has endured an injury-interrupted season, with the Chelsea right-back missing the World Cup in Qatar due to a knee problem. James came off the bench in Naples as 10-man England saw out a 2-1 victory against reigning champions Italy in Thursday's European qualification opener - his first cap since September. "Reece James has withdrawn from the England squad and will not feature against Ukraine on Sunday," an FA statement read.
Bayern Munich have announced the appointment of Chelseaâs Thomas Tuchel as their new head coach, during a press conference this morning (25 March). Tuchel revealed he was âdevastatedâ to be let go from the English side, and hasnât been in work since. Itâs rumoured that Nagelsmann was let go because of lack-of player development, and unsuccessful results .