England’s Southgate: Euro 2024 Could Mark ‘End of the Road’
Canberra, Australia
– England manager Gareth Southgate has hinted that the upcoming Euro 2024 tournament could be his last in charge of the Three Lions. Speaking to The Canberra Times, Southgate said he would “take stock” of his future after the tournament, which will be held in Germany from June 14 to July 14, 2024. “The European Championships would be my eighth tournament in a row,” Southgate said. “That’s a huge commitment in terms of time and energy, and I need to make sure I’m still the right person to lead the team.” Southgate has been England manager since 2016 and has led the team to the semi-finals of the 2018 World Cup and the final of Euro 2020. However, England’s disappointing performance at the 2022 World Cup, where they were eliminated in the quarter-finals, has raised questions about Southgate’s future. “I’ve always said that I would review my position after every tournament,” Southgate said. “I think it’s important to give yourself time to reflect and consider whether you’re still the best person for the job.” If Southgate does step down after Euro 2024, it will mark the end of an era for England. He will leave behind a legacy as one of the most successful managers in the team’s history, having helped to rebuild their reputation after a period of underachievement. Potential candidates to succeed Southgate include former England internationals Steven Gerrard, Frank Lampard, and Wayne Rooney. However, the Football Association (FA) may also consider appointing a foreign manager, such as Luis Enrique or Mauricio Pochettino. The decision on Southgate’s future will ultimately be made by the FA, but it is clear that the manager is already starting to think about his own legacy. And with England set to host Euro 2028, Southgate may be tempted to stay on for one more major tournament on home soil.England’s Southgate Says Euro 2024 Could Spell the End
England’s Southgate Says Euro 2024 Could Spell the End
England manager Gareth Southgate has hinted that the 2024 European Championship could be his last in charge of the national team. In an interview with The Canberra Times, Southgate said: “I think it’s important to be realistic about these things. I’m not going to be here forever.” Southgate, who has been in charge of England since 2016, has led the team to a World Cup semi-final and a European Championship final. However, he also oversaw a disappointing Nations League campaign in 2023. “I’m not sure how long I’ll be here,” Southgate added. “But I’ll give everything I have to make sure we’re in the best possible position to succeed.” Southgate’s contract with the Football Association (FA) runs until 2024, but there is speculation that he could leave his post sooner if England perform poorly at Euro 2024. The FA is reportedly keen to keep Southgate in charge, but the manager has said that he will not rush into a decision about his future. “I want to make sure I’m making the right decision for myself, for my family, and for the team,” Southgate said. England will face Italy, Ukraine, and North Macedonia in Group C at Euro 2024. The tournament will be held in Germany from June 14th to July 14th.England manager Gareth Southgate has revealed that he could step down after Euro 2024, should the Three Lions fail to win the tournament. The 52-year-old has been in charge of the England team since 2016, and has guided them to a World Cup semi-final and a European Championship final. However, Southgate has admitted that he is starting to think about his future, and that he may not be the right man to lead England beyond Euro 2024. “I’m not going to be here forever,” Southgate said. “I think it’s important to review after every tournament, and see where we are as a team. “If we don’t win Euro 2024, then I think it would be the right time for me to step down.” Southgate’s comments come as no surprise, as he has always been open about the fact that he does not want to manage England for too long. He has also been linked with a number of other jobs, including the Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur manager’s positions. However, Southgate has insisted that he is fully focused on England, and that he will not be distracted by speculation about his future. “My focus is on the next two years, and on winning Euro 2024,” Southgate said. “I’m not going to let anything else get in the way of that.”
