it’s quite extraordinary what he’s been able to achieve.
Southgate will now take some time to reflect on his future as England manager, with the FA reportedly keen for him to stay on despite the disappointment of losing in the Euro 2024 final. The 54-year-old has been in charge of the national team since 2016 and has guided them to a World Cup semi-final and a European Championship final in that time.
It remains to be seen whether Southgate will continue in the role, but he can take pride in the progress the team has made under his leadership.
Overall, it was a tough loss for England, but they can hold their heads high for their efforts throughout the tournament. It’s clear that physical issues played a role in their defeat, but they fought hard until the end. England will be looking to learn from this experience and come back stronger in future competitions.