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's record between 1966 and 2018 at major international competitions left them as the laughingstock of Europe. The Three Lions failed to qualify for more tournaments (seven) than semi-finals (three) and never made it to the showpiece event in any summer. This was despite enjoying a supposed golden generation in the early 2000s with the likes of and — two of the .

It was underwhelming, but as soon as became manager in 2016, the record drastically improved. At the 2018 World Cup, they reached the semi-finals in unexpected fashion before narrowly losing to Croatia. Despite the disappointment, it brought the nation together.



While questions have loomed over the style of play, the success has been unquestionable. At Euro 2020 and Euro 2024, the Englishman guided his side to consecutive finals. There's no doubt that Southgate, despite all the criticism and pragmatic football, has been one of England's greatest-ever managers, stockpiling a glut of unforgettable moments along the way.

Here are the brightest bursts of Southgate's international tenure, stretching from the manager's first tournament to potentially his last. Greatest England Moments Under Gareth Southgate 1. Semi-final victory over Denmark 2021 Euros 2.

Ollie Watkins' 90th-minute winner against the Netherlands 2024 Euros 3. Demons exorcised against Germany 2021 Euros 4. Penalty shootout hoodoo ended against Colombia 2018 World Cup 5.

Spot-kick success over Switzerland 2024 Euros 6. Derby triumph against Wales 2022 World.

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