England boss Thomas Tuchel says German passport will not stand in way of success

“Hopefully I can convince them and prove to them I am proud to be an England manager and do everything to show respect to this role and this country and the target for the next 18 months.”

ZEE LIONS: Thomas Tuchel was a free agent (John Walton/PA)

New England boss Thomas Tuchel apologised for having a German passport but insisted he was ready to prove wrong the critics who are against a foreign coach taking charge.

The 51-year-old, who said he has not yet decided whether he would sing the national anthem, has signed an 18-month contract and stressed his focus was to get over the line in a major tournament after several near-misses under predecessor Gareth Southgate.