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Sven-Goran Eriksson, the former England manager, has shared an emotional farewell as he battles pancreatic cancer. In the new Amazon Prime documentary, ‘Sven‘, Eriksson reflects on his storied career. He also offers a poignant message to those who have followed his journey.
Earlier this year, Eriksson publicly revealed his diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, a disease known for its low survival rate. In an interview with Sweden’s P1 radio station, the 76-year-old openly discussed his prognosis. He stated, “I know that in the best case, it’s about a year, in the worst case even less. Or in the best case, I suppose even longer.”
This uncertainty has become a significant part of his daily life. Yet, Eriksson has chosen to focus on the positives, despite the gravity of his situation.
Eriksson’s legacy
Eriksson’s managerial career has been full of remarkable achievements and memorable moments. As the first foreign coach to manage the England national team, he led the Three Lions to the quarter-finals in the 2002 and 2006 World Cups, as well as the 2004 European Championship. His tenure as England manager, which spanned from 2001 to 2006, was marked by both success and criticism. While he guided England through some of their most competitive tournaments, Eriksson was often criticized for not fully capitalizing on what many considered the country’s “Golden Generation” of players.
In addition to his time with England, his managerial career spanned various clubs and national teams across four continents. He managed prominent clubs like Manchester City and Leicester City in England. Meanwhile, his international roles included managing the national teams of Mexico, the Philippines, and the Ivory Coast. His success was not limited to the global stage. The Swede also won domestic titles in Sweden, Portugal, and Italy, with clubs such as Gothenburg, Benfica and Lazio.
Reflecting on his life in the documentary, Eriksson shares his…
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Author : Martina Alcheva
Publish date : 2024-08-21 21:01:33
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