GARETH SOUTHGATE has QUIT as England manager after the Euro 2024 final. The coach leaves the role after eight years in charge of the national team despite his contract running out in December. The 53-year-old guided the Three Lions to their second successive Euros final on Sunday night.
But his troops suffered yet more heartache against Spain , who lifted the Henri Delaunay trophy for a FOURTH TIME thanks to a 2-1 win in Berlin. Southgate flirted with the prospect of walking away from the job before the tournament got underway last month. And the former England defender has opted to step down from his role after the best of a decade in the job.
A statement from Southgate said: "As a proud Englishman, it has been the honour of my life to play for England and to manage England. It has meant everything to me, and I have given it my all. "But it’s time for change, and for a new chapter.
Sunday’s final in Berlin against Spain was my final game as England manager. "I joined the FA in 2011, determined to improve English football. In that time, including eight years as England men’s manager, I have been supported by some brilliant people who have my heartfelt thanks.
"I could not have had anyone better alongside me than Steve Holland. He is one of the most talented coaches of his generation, and has been immense. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS "I have had the privilege of leading a large group of players in 102 games.
Every one of them has been proud to wear the th.