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Former England men’s national football team coach Gareth Southgate has been knighted.
The English Football Association (FA) said on the 30th (Korea time) “Southgate, who led the England national team to two Euro finals and one World Cup semi-final, will be awarded a knighthood following the 2019 British Empire Medal.”
Southgate advanced England to the semifinals at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. At the UEFA Euro 2020, he reached the final, but lost and finished second.
Later, at Euro 2024, they reached the final once again, but lost again and finished second.
Southgate laid down his national team’s baton for about eight years after the UEFA Euro 2024 final against Spain earlier this year. He had a compelling record of 61 wins, 24 draws and 17 losses in 102 games.
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From 2025, Southgate will be called Southgate’Sir’.
FA President Debbie Hewitt congratulates Sir Gareth on behalf of all football associations”He did his best in English football as a leader leading the change.”.”
He added: “‘Sir Southgate, one of the best coaches of all time, has made remarkable achievements in four major tournaments, reaching the Euros twice in a row, the best men’s World Cup away performance ever, and maintaining the top five in the world rankings for more than five years.'”
Finally, Hewitt added: “Off the pitch, he brought the fans closer than ever to the team, kept his faith and inspired the players to share the pride of representing England”All of us who have experienced his thoughtfulness, dedication and leadership are delighted by this news.”
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
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