England manager Thomas Tuchel, often recognized for his animated presence on the sidelines, leads a life off the pitch that is as varied as his coaching strategies. Despite becoming a household name since taking over from Gareth Southgate, much of his personal life remains less known to the public.
Tuchel frequents The Devonshire, a gastropub near Piccadilly Circus in London, where he enjoys a Guinness or a gin and tonic. A former colleague noted his fondness for exploring London's pubs, mentioning that while he used to blend in, his public profile now makes anonymity more challenging.
Away from the football field, Tuchel describes himself as an "imperfect vegetarian" who occasionally consumes meat. Reading is a significant passion, with a particular interest in architecture and design books. His favorite title is "The Inner Game Of Tennis" by Timothy Gallwey, a guide focused on overcoming mental barriers.
Music has also played a role in Tuchel's life since his university days in the late 1990s. While studying economics in Stuttgart, he worked at the Radio Bar, an establishment known for its connection to Germany's burgeoning hip-hop scene. During this time, he befriended artists like hip-hop star Max Herre.
Oasis is among Tuchel's favorite bands, and he was observed singing along at their Wembley Stadium performance in September. A source indicated that Tuchel considers Noel and Liam Gallagher to be "geniuses" and supported "Wonderwall" becoming an England anthem.
Tuchel also enjoys shopping for vinyl records in Soho, London. His early career included a stint collecting glasses at the Radio Bar, a role he views as having taught him the importance of humility. He later transitioned to bartending, humorously comparing himself to Tom Cruise in the film "Cocktail."
His coaching career began in 2000 as a youth team coach at VfB Stuttgart. During a sabbatical in 2014, Tuchel developed an interest in art after befriending an 80-year-old man at a local swimming pool, leading him to visit Vienna to view works by Pieter Bruegel.
While managing Chelsea, Tuchel was seen at the Natural History Museum in London with one of his daughters. He has also visited art galleries, with one such gallery noting his appreciation for the "art in film as much as football."
Tuchel married journalist Sissi in 2009, and they had two daughters, Emma and Kim. The couple divorced in 2022, citing irreconcilable differences. Court documents indicated that Sissi could not reasonably be expected to continue the marriage, though no details of infidelity were disclosed.
Currently, Tuchel is reportedly in a relationship with Natalie Max, a Brazilian business consultant and mother of two. They reside in Paddington, central London, and were seen on a boat trip in Sardinia in July 2022, shortly after his divorce was finalized. A source close to the England team noted that Max prefers to "go under the radar."