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Harry Redknapp Faces Backlash Over Offensive Remarks About England Manager Thomas Tuchel

The former football manager made inflammatory comments and an apparent Nazi salute during a charity event, captured in footage published by The Guardian.

  • Harry Redknapp referred to England manager Thomas Tuchel as a 'German spy' and compared him to World War II propagandist Lord Haw Haw during a charity event in London last week.
  • Footage published by The Guardian shows Redknapp making the remarks and appearing to perform a Nazi salute, which was met with laughter and applause from the audience.
  • The incident has reignited debates about cultural sensitivities and the reception of foreign managers in English football, with Tuchel being the first German to lead the England men's team.
  • Redknapp has not yet responded to media inquiries or issued a statement regarding his controversial actions and comments.
  • Thomas Tuchel, a Champions League-winning coach, was appointed England manager in October 2024, facing both praise and criticism for being the third foreigner to hold the position.
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