Peter Taylor, former manager of the England national football team, has expressed strong support for current head coach Thomas Tuchel, citing him as the ideal choice to lead England to success at the UEFA European Championship in 2028. Taylor’s endorsement comes amid England’s continued impressive performance in the ongoing Nations League competition.

England recently delivered a dominant 7-0 victory over Croatia, marking a strong statement in their Nations League campaign. Despite criticism aimed at Tuchel following England’s loss to Argentina in the World Cup semi-final earlier this year, Taylor maintained that the German coach’s approach and leadership are well-suited for the national team’s ambitions.

Taylor, 73, who served briefly as caretaker manager of England in 2000 and is currently the assistant coach of Thailand’s national team, praised Tuchel’s emphasis on team unity and discipline. He highlighted how Tuchel’s handling of key players, including Jude Bellingham, demonstrated a no-nonsense management style that prioritises collective effort.

“I’ve got more impressed with him as time has gone on,” Taylor said. “He’s shown everybody that you’ve got to be a team player. There were examples early on, including his treatment of Jude Bellingham, that showed he was having no messing about. Thomas is the right man to take us to Euro 2028 glory.”

Taylor’s remarks reflect a broader discussion about England’s prospects under Tuchel, who took over the managerial role following the 2026 World Cup. The nation’s recent performances suggest a squad building momentum as it looks ahead to the next major tournament cycle.

As England prepares for upcoming fixtures in the Nations League and continues development under Tuchel’s direction, expectations remain high among fans and football analysts alike for a strong showing at Euro 2028.