Gareth Southgate Reflects on Life Beyond the England Dugout

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Southgate’s Emotional Departure from England Role

In a heartfelt revelation on BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs, Gareth Southgate disclosed that he had made the decision to leave his position as England manager before the end of Euro 2024. Reflecting on his departure, the 54-year-old said:

“I knew it was time for change on all sides. It felt right to move on, but it wasn’t an easy decision.”

Southgate resigned just two days after England’s narrow 2-1 defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final, capping an eight-year tenure that saw him guide the team to two major tournament finals.

Speaking about his connection to Adele’s “Someone Like You,” a track he picked for the show, Southgate said:

“The lyrics mirror my relationship with England. There are regrets, but also so many treasured memories.”