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Southgate says England injuries took ‘physical toll’ against Spain in Euros final

Gareth Southgate has decided to step down as England manager following defeat to Spain in a tightly contested Euro 2024 final in Berlin.

He announced his decision to quit in a statement issued by the Football Association on Tuesday morning.

“As a proud Englishman, it has been the honour of my life to play for England and to manage England. It has meant everything to me, and I have given it my all,” he said. “But it’s time for change, and for a new chapter. Sunday’s final in Berlin against Spain was my final game as England manager.””

Speculation has begun as to who will succeed Southgate, with Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola seen as the outstanding candidate. Guardiola is still contracted to the Premier League club but there is a feeling that he could become available next summer with the FA prepared to wait and see if he would be open to the role.

Follow all the latest reaction after Southgate’s decision and the FA’s pursuit of a new manager below:

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Gareth Southgate steps down as England manager after Euro 2024 final defeat

The 53-year-old oversaw 102 matches, winning 61 and losing just 17 during his time in charge, becoming the first manager to lead England’s men to two major tournament finals.

Jack Rathborn16 July 2024 11:06

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Gareth Southgate’s England legacy is bigger than any trophy

A gentleman to his core, Gareth Southgate has always been willing to stop and speak, which was why it was so striking that he walked right out of Berlin’s Olympiastadion on Sunday without wishing to add any more to his official post-final press conference. He didn’t want to have to talk publicly about a decision he had already made. Southgate didn’t even need the few days he’d requested. He knew. The players, disappointed but understanding, also knew.

Harry Latham-Coyle17 July 2024 01:50

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Memorable matches of Gareth Southgate’s eight-year England tenure

Gareth Southgate has stepped down as England manager, two days after his team suffered European Championship heartbreak once again with a second straight defeat in the final.

Spain were 2-1 winners in the Euro 2024 showpiece in Berlin, three years on from Italy’s Euro 2020 triumph on penalties at Wembley.

Here, the PA news agency picks out six memorable matches from Southgate’s eight-year reign.

Harry Latham-Coyle17 July 2024 00:50

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Jude Bellingham and England players react to Gareth Southgate’s England resignation

England players have paid tribute to Gareth Southgate after the manager stepped down from his role after eight years in charge.

Southgate resigned after England were beaten 2-1 by Spain in Sunday’s Euro 2024 final in Berlin, a second heartbreaking final loss at the European Championship following defeat by Italy at Wembley three years ago.

Mike Jones16 July 2024 23:50

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England manager search begins as Gareth Southgate ends ‘extraordinary’ reign

The search for an England manager to match or even beat the “extraordinary” achievements of Gareth Southgate is under way, with the Football Association not ruling out handing the job to a foreign coach.

Southgate called time on his near eight-year reign on Tuesday morning, saying it had been “the honour of his life” to play for and manage England but felt it was now “time for change and for a new chapter” after Sunday’s Euro 2024 final defeat.

The FA had been keen for Southgate to stay on beyond his existing contract, which ran until December, but now must identify someone to build on Southgate’s impressive tenure which includes taking England to two Euro finals and the 2018 World Cup semi-finals.

Harry Latham-Coyle16 July 2024 22:50

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Who are the contenders to be the next England manager?

Former Derby and Everton midfielder Carsley has enjoyed significant success as England Under-21s boss, guiding his side to European Championship glory last summer. Birmingham-born, he won 40 senior caps for Republic of Ireland and, at 50, has a wealth of coaching experience with Coventry, Sheffield United, Brentford, Manchester City, Birmingham and England U20s.

(The FA via Getty Images)

Harry Latham-Coyle16 July 2024 22:20

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Who are the contenders to be the next England manager?

A leading contender. A Premier League and Champions League runner-up with Tottenham and a Ligue 1 winner with Paris St Germain. Pochettino has an impressive CV, especially in England after winning admirers as Southampton boss. The 52-year-old also has a proven track record of developing young talent, with Cole Palmer at Chelsea a case in point before the Argentinian departed Stamford Bridge in June.

(PA Wire)

Harry Latham-Coyle16 July 2024 22:00

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Who are the contenders to be the next England manager?

Potter, 49, had been on a steep upward trajectory before being sacked by Chelsea after less than seven months in April 2023. Currently out of work, he previously performed miracles in Sweden with Ostersund and steered Brighton to their highest Premier League finish, with Pep Guardiola describing the Seagulls’ progressive football as “a joy to watch, a joy to analyse”.

Graham Potter is considered among the front-runners to replace Southgate
Graham Potter is considered among the front-runners to replace Southgate (PA Archive)

Harry Latham-Coyle16 July 2024 21:40

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Who are the contenders to be the next England manager?

The Newcastle boss, one of only three English managers in the Premier League next season, would be a popular choice. The media-savvy 46-year-old delivered Champions League football at St James’ Park for the first time in 20 years and twice guided Bournemouth to top-flight promotion with an attacking brand of football that England fans have been demanding.

(PA Wire)

Harry Latham-Coyle16 July 2024 21:20

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Gareth Southgate is right to go – England need a new chapter

Miguel Delaney16 July 2024 21:00

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