Southgate’s future as Three Lions boss could be decided in Euro 2024 final, where he can become the rightful heir to Sir Alf Ramsey
There is a quote that Gareth Southgate cherishes. “A man’s usefulness depends upon living up to his ideals insofar as he can. It is hard to fail but it is worse never to have tried to succeed,” it reads.
Earlier this year, Declan Rice described Rodri as a “monster”. A few weeks ago, Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said the Manchester City midfielder was the “perfect computer”. Those contrasting labels — one implying physical force, the other implying remarkable brainpower — demonstrate the complete nature of Rodri’s game.