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The Prince of Wales hailed Gareth Southgate as an “all-round class act” after his decision to step down from his role as England manager.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer also thanked the departing boss for “bringing back hope and belief” to the Three Lions during his eight years in charge.
Southgate, 53, announced his decision to leave his role just two days after England fell short in their successive European Championship final to Spain in Berlin.
They are the only two times the Three Lions have reached a major tournament final since 1966, while he also guided the team to the World Cup semi-finals in 2018 and the quarter-finals in 2022.
Prince William wrote on X: “Gareth, I want to thank you – not as the President of the FA, but as an England fan.
“Thank you for creating a team that stands shoulder to shoulder with the world’s finest in 2024.
“Thank you for showing humility, compassion, and true leadership under the most intense pressure and scrutiny.
“And thank you for being an all-round class act. You should be incredibly proud of what you’ve achieved. W.”
Gareth, I want to thank you – not as the President of the @FA, but as an @England fan.
Thank you for creating a team that stands shoulder to shoulder with the world’s finest in 2024. Thank you for showing humility, compassion, and true leadership under the most intense pressure… pic.twitter.com/Fq2ytO4em6
— The Prince and Princess of Wales (@KensingtonRoyal) July 16, 2024
PM: Southgate has laid foundations for future success
Brought in initially as a caretaker in 2016, Southgate is credited with transforming the fortunes of the England national team, creating an environment for young players to flourish.
The newly-elected Prime Minister said: “Gareth’s time as England manager will be remembered for bringing back the hope and belief the country had been crying out for for so long.
“He and his teams have given us so much. No-one will forget the run to the World Cup…
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Author : Cian Cheesbrough
Publish date : 2024-07-16 14:50:39
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