Gareth Southgate Resigns as England Manager After Euro 2024 Final Defeat to Spain

Gareth Southgate has resigned as England manager after their defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final, as reported by Sky News. Southgate, who took charge in 2016, guided England to numerous successes, including a World Cup semi-final in 2018 and a Euro 2020 final. In his resignation statement, he expressed pride and gratitude for his tenure, highlighting the honor of representing and managing England. "As a proud Englishman, it has been the honour of my life to play for England and to manage England. It has meant everything to me, and I have given it my all." Gareth Southgate / Statement. "But it's time for change, and for a new chapter. Sunday's final in Berlin against Spain was my final game as England manager." Gareth Southgate / Statement. Despite their recent loss, he praised the team's efforts and the support of the fans. Southgate's departure marks the end of a significant era for English football and he looks forward to witnessing future achievements of the national team.