BBC Sport's Kelly Somers writes an open letter to departing England manager Gareth Southgate, having reported on the national team since 2021. BBC Sport
Jude Bellingham praises Gareth Southgate as "easily one of the best coaches in the history of the national team" as tributes to the outgoing England manager pour.. BBC Sport
Gareth Southgate has resigned as manager of the England men’s national football team after almost eight years at the helm. It comes just two days after England’s defeat to Spain in the final of Euro 2024. Despite that disappointment, Southgate has taken the Three Lions to two European Championship finals and a World Cup semi-final during his time in charge. Prince William, President of the Football Association (FA), tweeted his thanks to Southgate for his leadership. The FA says the process to appoint Southgate’s successor has begun, and they aim to have a new manager confirmed as soon as possible. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Jon Rahm is hoping to continue the Spanish streak of sporting success at this week's Open Championship after watching Sunday's Euros final with England's Tyrrell.. BBC Sport
Wednesday, 9 August 2023
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