Gareth Southgate, the current manager of the England national football team, has left the possibility of staying in his role up until the 2026 World Cup open. Despite having a contract with the English Football Association until December of this year, Southgate expressed his willingness to consider his future after the upcoming European Championship.
In a recent interview following the UEFA Nations League draw in Paris, Southgate emphasized the transient nature of international football. He is focused on the summer tournament and what he and his team are capable of achieving. Southgate’s benchmark for success is clear to him, and he remains dedicated to making the best decisions for the team before evaluating his future as the manager.
Since taking on the role in 2016, Gareth Southgate has become England’s most successful manager since Sir Alf Ramsey, who guided the team to victory in the 1966 World Cup. Southgate led England to the final of Euro 2020 and the semifinals of the 2018 World Cup. Despite contemplating stepping down after the 2022 World Cup, Southgate decided to continue leading the team through Euro 2024.
England faces Slovenia, Denmark, and Serbia in Group C of the Euros this summer. The draw for the Nations League placed England in a group with the Republic of Ireland, Finland, and Greece. This marks England’s first appearance in League B following their relegation in the previous edition of the competition.
As Southgate approaches the European Championship and evaluates his team’s performance, the decision about his future as England’s manager remains uncertain. With a strong track record of success and a clear vision for the team’s potential, Southgate’s commitment to leading the national team into the next World Cup demonstrates his dedication to achieving further milestones in his managerial career.
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