Thomas Tuchel went from a castle to a palace on a busy day for England’s recently hired men’s soccer coach. Tuchel, who will take charge of his first England match next month,

Thomas Tuchel was named as England manager at the start of the year and is set for his first matches in charge in the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.

England manager Thomas Tuchel met the Prince of Wales at Windsor Castle on Tuesday. William was keen to learn Tuchel’s plans for the England team as the German prepares to start his reign with World Cup qualifying campaign in March.

William succeeded Queen Elizabeth II as patron of the Football Association last summer following his time as FA president.

Prince William welcomed new England manager Thomas Tuchel to Windsor Castle today ahead of his first matches in charge of The Three Lions. The Prince of Wales, who is Patron of the Football Association,