Skysport reports- Massive update on Gareth Southgate’s future fans have been waiting have now been released
Sky Sports reporter Rob Dorsett has provided a significant update on the future of Gareth Southgate as England manager following their heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final on Sunday night.
Southgate, who has been in charge of the England national team for nearly eight years, did not publicly confirm his intentions regarding his future either before the match or after the final whistle. Instead, he stated he needed time to reflect on his position and discuss it with the right people. This has left many fans and pundits in suspense about what the future holds for the England boss.
However, Dorsett has shared a crucial insight into Southgate’s apparent intentions, suggesting that his departure might be on the horizon. “I think he’ll go,” Dorsett said. “I mentioned before the tournament that I believed this would be Gareth Southgate’s last tournament in charge of England. Everything that’s happened during this tournament has pointed towards that outcome. From plastic cups being thrown at him to the relentless criticism from former England players like Alan Shearer and Gary Lineker, and the abuse from fans—his name being booed by England supporters during the group stages—it’s been a tough environment for him.”
Dorsett continued, “Southgate knew all about this negativity—though he pretended not to. But it clearly affected him. He cannot understand why, despite taking England to consecutive European Championship finals and a World Cup semi-final, he still faces such severe criticism. He’s given so much to this role and achieved remarkable milestones, yet the lack of appreciation has been disheartening. He’s ready for a new challenge. He’s looking for a club job now. I fully expect him to leave after this tournament, to be honest.”
After the match, Southgate’s comments reflected his inner turmoil and the weight of the moment. “Now is not the time for me to speak about [my future],” he said. “I need to talk to the right people and give myself a bit of time to consider everything. Reaching another final was a privilege, and having the opportunity to lead this team has been an honor. But to come up short is incredibly tough to accept right now. The players will take enormous credit for getting us this far. They’ve represented the shirt with immense pride and have remained unbeaten until the very end.”
He added, “When you’re as close as we were, you have to take your chance, and unfortunately, we couldn’t. The disappointment is palpable, but I must commend the players for their efforts and resilience. Spain had more control of the game, and that made the difference.”
As the dust settles on England’s Euro 2024 campaign, the uncertainty surrounding Southgate’s future looms large. His tenure has been marked by significant achievements, including bringing the team to the brink of glory on multiple occasions. However, the question remains whether he will choose to continue with the national team or seek a new challenge in club football. The coming days and weeks will undoubtedly bring more clarity to this situation, as Southgate reflects on his journey and makes a decision that will shape the future of English football.
