Carsley hopes experimental stint will help Tuchel's World Cup bid

Lee Carsley admits he has fielded plenty of service station advice during his six-match reign as England boss.

England manager Lee Carsley during a press conference at the Intercontinental Hotel in Athens, Greece. P

Lee Carsley hopes to have helped Thomas Tuchel by being different with his selection and approach during his interim England reign – something that has led to praise and some service station sermons.

Sunday’s Nations League clash with the Republic of Ireland marks the end of his six-game stint as Gareth Southgate’s interim successor, with Tuchel starting his quest to win the 2026 World Cup in the new year.