Appointed England manager in November 2016, Southgate ended his tenure as one of the most successful managers in the nation\u2019s history. One of only three managers to take charge of 100 matches, he led the Three Lions to four back-to-back major tournaments, including the finals of EURO 2020 and EURO 2024.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Before stepping up to the senior side, Southgate played a pivotal role in developing future stars as manager of England U21s. He is widely credited with breathing new life into the national team by integrating a new generation of young talent. Over his tenure, he handed debuts to 42 players - nearly double that of any other England manager.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
He has overseen a period of unrivalled achievement by the men\u2019s national team, and has been an outstanding ambassador for the game \u2013 forging genuine connection between the country, the supporters, and the players.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Before stepping up to the senior side, Southgate played a pivotal role in developing future stars as manager of England U21s. He is widely credited with breathing new life into the national team by integrating a new generation of young talent. Over his tenure, he handed debuts to 42 players - nearly double that of any other England manager.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Hayes is rightly hailed as one of football\u2019s most influential leaders; a serial winner whose 12-year tenure with Chelsea has left an indelible mark on the WSL and the women\u2019s game globally.<\/p>\r\n\r\n