Thomas Tuchel admits he is yet to decide whether he will sing the national anthem as England manager.
The German coach became only the third non-British manager of the England men’s football team after agreeing to become Gareth Southgate’s replacement.
‘I understood from Mark [Bullingham] that it’s a personal decision first of all if you sing it,’ Tuchel said at his first press conference since taking the job.
‘There were managers who sang it and others who didn’t. I have not made my decision yet, I want to be very honest with you.
‘You’re anthem is very moving. The English anthem is very moving I experienced it several times at Wembley. Even out with the players in an FA Cup final it was very touching.
‘No matter what decision I take we have a bit of time until March I will always show my respect to the role, to the country and to a very moving anthem.
‘I will take a little bit of time for this decision.’
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