England vs Germany LIVE RESULT – U21 Euros final: Rowe secures successive titles for Young Lions with extra-time winner
Tuch And Go
Thomas Tuchel has made the 5,000-mile trip to cheer on England Under-21s this evening, hoping to spark a golden year ending in World Cup glory.
The senior England boss jets in from the Club World Cup in America to watch the Young Lions in tomorrow's Euros final against his home nation Germany.
Lee Carsley has backed this crop to kick off a new Golden Generation with a second straight title in Slovakia.
U21s boss Carsley said: 'The travel arrangements have been made for him to get to the game, hopefully he gets here on time. He's been a great support for myself.
'He's very interested in the players, he's committed to the Under-21s.
'He was very supportive when I was picking the squad and the information about what he may need for obviously two games himself in the summer.
'We'll look forward to having him here. I've not known him long but he's a very nice guy. We look forward to welcoming him here.
'He's been there whenever I've needed him in terms of on the phone or a message. Same with the rest of the staff. We've got a good relationship.'
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