England coach Gareth Southgate has quit his post after losing the Euro 2024 final to Spain. The Football Association of England informed that the decision was made by the specialist himself.
"As a proud Englishman, it was the honor of my life to play for England and manage England. It meant everything to me and I gave it my all. But it's time for a change and a new chapter. Sunday's final in Berlin against Spain It was my last game as England coach," the coach told the FA website.
"I joined the FA in 2011 determined to improve English football. During that time, including eight years as manager of the England men's team, I have been supported by some brilliant people who thank me from the bottom of my heart. I couldn't have anyone more -good by Steve Holland. He is one of the most talented coaches of his generation. I have had the privilege of leading the team in 102 games. Every one of them has been proud to wear the shirts playing in Germany is full of exciting young talent and they can win the trophy we all dream of. I'm so proud of them and I hope we get behind the players and the team," added Southgate.
He was England coach for the last eight years. He succeeded Sam Allardyce in 2016. Twice led the team to the final of the European Championship, as well as to the fourth place at the World Cup in Russia in 2018.
Gareth Southgate's contract with the Football Association of England expired at the end of the year, but even before the start of Euro 2024, the coach announced that he would leave his post after the end of the championship if the "three lions" did not win the title.
England lost the final of the finals in Germany to the team of Spain with 1:2.| BGNES
