Gareth Southgate has resigned as England manager, ending an eight-year tenure two days after the team’s heartbreaking loss in the Euro 2024 final.
The Three Lions fell short of their ultimate goal, succumbing to Spain 2-1 in Berlin. This marked their second consecutive Euros final defeat, following the penalty shootout loss to Italy at Wembley in 2021.
Southgate, 53, leaves a significant mark on English football. He managed the national team for a remarkable 102 games, fostering a new era of promise.
“It’s been an incredible honor to lead my country,” Southgate said in a heartfelt statement.
The Football Association (FA) has already begun the search for Southgate’s successor. They aim for a swift appointment and have a contingency plan for an interim manager if needed.
England’s next international fixture is a Nations League match against the Republic of Ireland on September 7th.
Several names have emerged as potential replacements, including current Under-21 boss Lee Carsley for a temporary role. Long-term contenders include managers like Newcastle’s Eddie Howe, former Brighton and Chelsea boss Graham Potter, and Mauricio Pochettino, who previously managed Chelsea and Tottenham. Speculation also surrounds high-profile names like ex-Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp and Thomas Tuchel, who recently departed Bayern Munich.
