Gareth Southgate was knighted

An honorary distinction for his services in football received O, who was anointed by King Charles and will now bear the title of Sir. Gareth Southgate is the only coach except Sir Alf Ramsey (ed.s. to celebrate the conquest of the trophy at the 1966 World Cup), who led England’s national football to a major event final. CORVERSE The “three lions” were defeated in successive European Championship finals under Southgate, originally in 2021 by Italy at the penalty in Wembley and then last summer by Spain in Berlin. Two days after defeating the Ibers, the experienced coach submitted his resignation from the technical leadership of the national England, on whose bench he sat in the eight-year 2016-2024. “I am deeply grateful for all the kind messages and comments I have received since it was announced that I will be a knight,” Southgate said on his LinkedIN page and completed: CONgratulations, Sir Gareth Southgate — England (@England) “It was the greatest honor to represent my country, both as a player and as a coach, for about 20 years and to be part of the game I love for nearly 40. I am incredibly grateful for the amazing people and groups who have supported me, both inside and outside the field. A special thank you to my family for the continued love and encouragement, although I must confess that they have made it clear that the titles I hold at home will remain unchanged.” The 54-year-old technician led the England national to four major tournaments, with the “three lions” reaching the semi-finals of the World Cup of Russia in 2018 and the quarterfinals of Qatar’s World Cup in 2022. The veteran defender of Crystal Palace, Aston Villa and Middlesbrough celebrated 61 wins in the 102 games found in the “timony” of the national England, while he still had 24 draws and 17 defeats.