Gareth Southgate’s tenure at England ended following the Three Lions’ heart-wrenching defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. This marked their second consecutive Euros where they finished as runners-up; following their loss to Italy on penalties in the Euro 2020 final at Wembley. Southgate’s period in charge was notable for bringing relative success and […]
Gareth Southgate’s tenure at England ended following the Three Lions’ heart-wrenching defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. This marked their second consecutive Euros where they finished as runners-up; following their loss to Italy on penalties in the Euro 2020 final at Wembley.
Southgate’s period in charge was notable for bringing relative success and stability to the national team. However, he couldn’t end the nation’s long wait for a major trophy since the 1966 World Cup. Upon announcing his decision to step down, Southgate remarked, “It’s time for a change” after nearly eight years at the helm.
In the wake of Southgate’s resignation, several names emerged as early favorites to replace him. Newcastle manager Eddie Howe, former Chelsea boss Graham Potter, and England U21 head coach Lee Carsley were among the top candidates. However, a surprising new contender for England has entered the frame: Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna. The Sun reports that the 38-year-old has garnered attention after leading Ipswich to back-to-back promotions; elevating them from League One to the Premier League.
Kieran McKenna‘s coaching career has seen a meteoric rise. He took charge of Ipswich Town in December 2021, when the club was struggling in League One. In his first full season as head coach, McKenna guided the Blues to a second-place finish, securing promotion to the Championship. The following season, Ipswich adapted impressively to the Championship’s challenges, finishing second and earning a spot in the Premier League. His success at Portman Road has not gone unnoticed, making…
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Author : Martina Alcheva
Publish date : 2024-08-01 18:32:03
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