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Since its founding way back in 1872, the England national football squad has been a heavyweight in the arena of global football, grabbing the spotlight by winning the 1966 World Cup under Sir Alf Ramsey's watchful eye. Despite nurturing a parade of football talent over the years and giving a run in major battles such as the European Championship and the FIFA World Cup, the team has wrestled to revisit that golden past, sparking a merry-go-round of coaching shifts in a bid to hit upon the winning formula.
Gareth Southgate, stepping up as the England football brain trust in November 2016 after Sam Allardyce’s short stint, steered the team to notable landmarks: the brink of glory at Euro 2021 and a worthy battle into the thick of the 2018 World Cup, with a curtain call at the Euro Championship in 2024.
Euro 2024 saw Southgate under pressure cooker conditions following a rocky start in the initial phases and a nerve-wracking round against Slovakia in the last 16. The air almost sparked with tension, with the boos echoing and empty beer cups flying after a goalless stalemate with Slovenia.
The aftermath of the Slovenia face-off bore a sobering tone as Southgate conceded to the charged atmosphere navigated by the dissatisfaction in the air. With the Euro 2024 curtain falling, Southgate made known his decision to resign after an eight-year run steering the national squad.
\"Managing the England team was nothing short of the epitome of my career as a proud English lad,\" Southgate reflected. \"Every moment was invaluable, and now it's time for the team to turn a new leaf. Berlin witnessed my ultimate showdown against Spain as the England manager.\"
With Gareth Southgate taking a bow, the quest for his successor begins in earnest. The FA is on the hunt for a new trailblazer to assume the mantle.
In the frame of top picks is Eddie Howe from Newcastle, with the ranks also featuring ex-Chelsea maestros like Graham Potter, Thomas Tuchel, and Mauricio Pochettino. Searching for \"the ultimate role,\" as Howe once shared, even his fondness for the clubhouse rhythms might get overshadowed by discovering himself on the national scene.
Other names in the whirl of contenders include Lee Carsley, holding the reins at the under-21 squad, with football history chit-chatters like Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard. Overseeing the transition, the FA's top technical boss, John McDermott, and executive leader, Mark Bullingham, are in charge.
With the Southgate era concluding, English football finds itself on the brink of fresh optimism with the hopeful outlook of new coaching beginning. The next coach will inherit a squad brimming with promise, courtesy of the solid groundwork laid by Southgate.
Frequently surfacing in discussions around England's next master tactician, Eddie Howe is esteemed for scalping success; his legacy at Bournemouth, carrying them from League Two to the Premier League's beaming heights, is testament enough. His bright stint at Newcastle adds feathers to his cap. His forward-thinking playstyle is likely to be a warm hug for fans yearning for a more daring manager, contrasting Southgate's tendency toward conservatism. Although tied down with Newcastle, with odds standing at 9/4, the lure to manage at the national stage could sway the tides in his favor.
Graham Potter, hovering almost equal odds of 5/2 as the next likely candidate, brings an engaging résumé post-Chelsea. Having declined overtures from the likes of Lyon and Ajax, Potter is revered for engineering teams that excel in a sleek, pressure-oriented style of play that starkly contrasts with Southgate's seatbelt-fastened strategies. His status as a free agent could make him an attractive capture for the FA.
Lee Carsley might not ring celebrity bells, but his accolades with England's under-21 group have sung songs of substance. Steering them to a European Championship win, his knack for nurturing budding talents aligns harmoniously with the FA's long-haul strategy for the team. Despite a preference from some fans for a more marquee name, Carsley's achievements signify potential with odds numbering 10/3.
Jurgen Klopp, fresh off his tenure at Liverpool, entices as a candidate with odds at 8/1. With a trophy chest polished by 13 accolades and oozing charisma, Klopp's reputation for revitalizing teams makes him a daydream hire for many. His departure from Liverpool was anchored in a sabbatical need from constant pressures, making an immediate return contemplative. However, the sporadic nature of international management might just align with him.
Mauricio Pochettino's journey through the Premier League with Southampton, Tottenham, and Chelsea might come as a challenge. Nonetheless, his adeptness in player development and attracting eyes with his charming play style situate him as a plausible pick for England, carrying odds of 10/1. His familiarity with English football, coupled with availability, ticks many boxes for the FA's selection checklist.
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Throughout the years, several managers have proudly donned the cap as England's guiding forces. Some stand head and shoulders above the rest:
Below, you will find a comprehensive enumeration of the managerial history of the England national team.
Manager | From | To | Games |
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Gareth Southgate | 2016 | Present | |
Sam Allardyce | 2016 | 2016 | 1 |
Roy Hodgson | 2012 | 2016 | 56 |
Stuart Pearce | 2012 | 2012 | 1 |
Fabio Capello | 2008 | 2011 | 42 |
Steve McClaren | 2006 | 2007 | 18 |
Sven-Göran Eriksson | 2001 | 2006 | 67 |
Peter Taylor | 2000 | 2000 | 1 |
Kevin Keegan | 1999 | 2000 | 18 |
Howard Wilkinson | 1999 | 2000 | 2 |
Glenn Hoddle | 1996 | 1998 | 28 |
Terry Venables | 1994 | 1996 | 24 |
Graham Taylor | 1990 | 1993 | 38 |
Bobby Robson | 1982 | 1990 | 95 |
Ron Greenwood | 1977 | 1982 | 55 |
Don Revie | 1974 | 1977 | 29 |
Joe Mercer | 1974 | 1974 | 7 |
Alf Ramsey | 1963 | 1974 | 113 |
Walter Winterbottom | 1946 | 1962 | 139 |