The German's primary mission is to win the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico in 2026 and end England's long and painful wait for a major trophy.
England captain Harry Kane expects incoming coach Thomas Tuchel to have the backing of fans despite his nationality, adding that the German's track record could help the team end a 58-year wait for a major trophy.
Former Chelsea and Bayern Munich boss Tuchel is the first German to manage England and only the third foreigner to take charge after the late Sven-Goran Eriksson of Sweden and Italian Fabio Capello.
The FA's decision to appoint German Thomas Tuchel as head coach of the national team raises serious questions about English coaching, former England defender Gary Neville said.
"I am very proud to have been given the honour of leading the England team," Tuchel said in a FA statement.
Thomas Tuchel is set to be named England's new manager after agreeing a deal with the Football Association (FA), multiple British and German media outlets reported on Tuesday.
Thomas Tuchel is in talks with the Football Association about becoming England's next manager, according to reports on Tuesday.
Chelsea's stars praised Mauricio Pochettino on Wednesday following the Argentine's ruthless sacking after just one season in charge.
Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel confirmed on Friday he will leave the club at the end of the season, saying he "couldn't agree on terms" to stay on.
New Paris St Germain manager Thomas Tuchel is relishing the prospect of working with the big players at the club, such as Neymar, Gianluigi Buffon and Kylian Mbappe, with the German saying they are the "easiest" to train.
Borussia Dortmund's head coach Thomas Tuchel leaves the club, the Bundesliga side confirmed, denying that the departure was sparked by a public spat with the club's chief executive.