Gareth Southgate Steps Down as England Manager Following Euro 2024 Final Defeat

Gareth Southgate, England's manager for eight years, has announced his resignation following the team's defeat by Spain in the European Championship final. During his tenure, he took charge of 102 matches, leading the team to a World Cup semi-final in 2018 and reaching the quarterfinals in Qatar. Despite achieving several notable successes, including winning nine knockout games in major tournaments, Southgate's departure comes after two consecutive Euros final defeats, with the most recent being a 2-1 loss to Spain. His contract was set to expire this year, and his announcement follows months of uncertainty surrounding his future.