Overview

• Anthony Barry, a 38-year-old Liverpudlian, has been appointed as the assistant coach for the England national football team, working alongside Thomas Tuchel.
• Barry's coaching journey began after an injury-plagued playing career, with his first coaching role at Accrington Stanley's Under-16s at age 29.
• He gained prominence for his innovative work on set pieces, which impressed Frank Lampard and led to his recruitment at Chelsea.
• Barry has previously worked with international teams, including Belgium and Portugal, under Roberto Martinez, and has experience coaching top players like Cristiano Ronaldo.
• His appointment as England's assistant coach suggests the FA sees him as a potential future candidate for the head coach role.