​Editor’s note: Follow England vs. Argentina in the World Cup live here.With England and Argentina engaged in an epic battle for a spot in the World Cup final, fans are curious which soccer superstar will emerge victorious.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementWill it be Lionel Messi, leading Argentina to their second consecutive World Cup final appearance? Will it be Harry Kane, helping guide England to a chance at their first World Cup title in 60 years?There are a lot of storylines to be interested in, including English manager Thomas Tuchel. At 56 years old, Tuchel, the German-born manager and former player is helping lead England to their former glory. Here’s what to know about him.1 / 9Argentina’s forward #10 Lionel Messi (R) shoots the ball past Argentina’s midfielder #24 Enzo Fernandez during warm up ahead of the 2026 World Cup football tournament semi-final match between England and Argentina at the Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta on July 15, 2026.(PAUL ELLIS, AFP via Getty Images)Tuchel was born on Aug. 29, 1973 in Krumbach, Germany.Tuchel’s playing career did not last long. He was forced into retirement at just 25 years old due to a knee cartilage injury.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementTuchel spent his youth at the FC Augsburg Academy and began his professional career with the Stuttgarter Kickers in 1992 in the second tier of Bundesliga. In 1994, he dropped down to Bundesliga’s third tier as a sweeper and center back with SSV Ulm. He made 68 league appearances before the knee injury forced him into retirement in 1998.Tuchel was named the head coach of England’s national team on Oct. 16, 2024.Tuchel enjoyed immense coaching success before then, helping lead Bayern Munich to a Bundesliga title in 2023, Chelsea to a Champions League title in 2021, and Paris Saint-Germain to a Ligue 1 title in 2019.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementHe has enjoyed incredible success everywhere he has gone, and based on how the World Cup has gone so far, he could be in for yet another title.This article originally appeared on USA TODAY Sports: Where is Thomas Tuchel from? What to know about England manager