Thomas Tuchel would go on to enjoy quite a spell as Chelseamanager. The club was a mess when the German manager would join. Unlike most of the new managers, the German coach would go on to enjoy instant success with the Blues. Following his appointment in January 2021, he would lead the Blues to a UCL victory straight away. This would turn out to be the club’s second ever UCL win. While doing so, he also became the first ever coach to lead two different clubs in consecutive UCL finals. He also led PSGagainst Bayernin 2020 UCL final. Nonetheless, the London-club would endure a change in fortunes immediately after Tuchel’s joining.
Fans want a Thomas Tuchel statue
The German coach has a special place in the heart of the fans. His UCL win was spectacular no doubt. Especially because the level of opponents he managed to beat. Thomas Tuchel and Chelsea were able to beat European giants Real Madrid and an in-form Man City in the final. What made it more impressive as that the coach was able to achieve this with a young and not-so-strong lineup. He would also lead the Blues to UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup win. As per wikipedia, he managed to maintain a 60% win record with the London side.
Thomas Tuchel deserves a statue outside the Stamford bridge for using Mount, Werner and Havertz as our attackers to win the Champions League beating Real Madrid and Man City in the process. Incredible job pic.twitter.com/RSHfPOAl6u
— Williams ©️ (@CFCNewsReport) December 13, 2024
Why did Tuchel’s reign came to an end?
All was going well for the German manager. Coming back of the European glory, he would lead the Blues to a 3rd place finish in the league. At the same time, Thomas Tuchel was able to guide Chelsea to many domestic cup finals too. A change in ownership and management was a big reason. Tuchel’s involvement had changed and he had to be a part of a lot of off-the-field activities. At the same time, he was not in harmony with the administration too. Nonetheless. things are going well for both parties now. The German manager is now coaching the Three Lions. Meanwhile, the Blues are doing well under Enzo Maresca.
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