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Did Gareth Southgate, who stepped down as manager of the England national team, already hint at his resignation in his post-Euro 2024 final press conference?
“Southgate dropped a major hint about his future after England's Euro 2024 final defeat to Spain,” British media outlet Sports Bible reported on Saturday (June 16).
England lost 1-2 to Spain in the European Football Association (UEFA) Euro 2024 final at the Olympiastadion Berlin in Berlin, Germany, on Friday.
England conceded a second-half goal to Nico Williams in the second minute, but substitute Cole Palmer equalized in the 28th minute to tie the game. It looked like the game would go to extra time, but England conceded another goal in the 41st minute through Mikel Oyarzabal.
England went on to win their first ever Euro title, but had to settle for runner-up honors as they were knocked out by Spain. England also reached the final at Euro 2020, but lost to Italy 2-3 on penalties. England suffered another final 카지노사이트 heartbreak.
Southgate stepped down as manager of the England national team after the Euro 2024 final. Southgate achieved great things with the team, finishing third at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia and runner-up at Euro 2020 and Euro 2024, but he was criticized for his rigid tactics and stubbornness in selecting players. Southgate left without lifting a trophy, despite having a golden generation of players including Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham, and Phil Foden.
According to Sports Bible, Southgate even hinted at resigning during the Euro 2024 final press conference. According to the publication, Southgate indirectly hinted at this by using the term “they” instead of “we” when referring to the England team.
“I think England are in a good position now in terms of experience. Most of the squad will have been together not only at the World Cup but also at the Euros,” Southgate said. “There's a lot to look forward to, but it's not a consolation at the moment,” Southgate said. At this point, Southgate referred to the England players as “They”.