Southgate gone

[life on mars]

He has done very well , much more successful that some of the bigger gobby managers . true gent .

[Citizen's Nephew]

I agree. And he comes across as a lovely guy, I just don't rate him.

Here's one - If you had the option (and I guess to make this one work you need to think of him as being a different nationality?), would you want him in charge of Wales, or City?

Yes!

[The Lone Gunman]

He has plenty of supporters in the media and ex-players. None more so than his mate Stuart Pearce.

No doubt Southgate's had plenty of support and that's not surprising given his achievements by comparison to the England managers who went before him, but I've never had the feeling that he's been especially highly rated.

[The Lone Gunman]

I'd argue that beating the Netherlands in the semi-final was a test.

The Netherlands are currently rated 7th in the FIFA rankings - above Spain.

Strange but true.

[BLUETIT]

Bring back Big Sam, 100% win record

[Citizen's Nephew]

Nobody I've spoken to want's Potter. I hope they give it to him!

....there's a media shoutout for Klopp. If he did get it (want it) then England could win the fkn WC.....I really hope the give it Potter.

[superfeathers]

he has some strengths - good motivator and building team spirit.
doesn't appear to know how to coach an effective attack out of a very talented bunch of players

A rich mans Bulut if you ask me.

Bit unfair maybe, and hopefully with the right signings Bulut will come good

[Citizen's Nephew]

https://www.theguardian.com/football...e-jurgen-klopp

[PhyllisStant]

I think the likes of Guadiola and Klopp are more responsible for the up turn in England’s national performances. The homegrown player development and exposure to world class competition provided Southgate with all the weaponry he needed. Unfortunately he didn’t really know what to do with it.

[Talksport]

I'd argue that beating the Netherlands in the semi-final was a test.

I don't think so. They were only 3rd in their group, then were 2nd best against Turkey.

[BlueArmy 86]

Apart from Euro 2020, when they beat Croatia and Germany. And 2024, when they beat the Netherlands.

You say Southgate is overrated. By who?

I wouldn't say any of those teams were top sides at the time they played England. Croatia reliant on a few top players, but a lot of mediocre players, the worst German side in years and an average Dutch side this time around.

The English media/pundits/a lot of fans on TV radio etc. I think this was a tournament too far, and a better coach would've brought better performances, momentum and more chance of winning it.

[The Lone Gunman]

I wouldn't say any of those teams were top sides at the time they played England. Croatia reliant on a few top players, but a lot of mediocre players, the worst German side in years and an average Dutch side this time around.

The English media/pundits/a lot of fans on TV radio etc. I think this was a tournament too far, and a better coach would've brought better performances, momentum and more chance of winning it.

I agree with your final sentence, but not with the rest. Your argument about what constitutes a top side is just plain daft. For instance, Croatia finished runners-up in the 2018 World Cup and third in the 2022 World Cup, but apparently were not a top side when England beat them at the 2020 Euros.

[Der Kaiser]

Apart from Euro 2020, when they beat Croatia and Germany. And 2024, when they beat the Netherlands.

You say Southgate is overrated. By who?

Germany were not a good side at Euro 2020. The Netherlands weren't in 2024.

[The Lone Gunman]

Germany were not a good side at Euro 2020. The Netherlands weren't in 2024.

Nobody England beats are a good side. Anyone who beats England are a good side. Them’s the rules.

[ToTaL ITK]

I would have thought Russell Slade will be on their list if possible candidates, he could take them to the next level

Oh behave!!! it will be warnock

[SLUDGE FACTORY]

Nobody England beats are a good side. Anyone who beats England are a good side. Them’s the rules.

I always had you down as a bit of a little Englander

It's been well and truly confirmed

[SLUDGE FACTORY]

Well Woodbridge actually. Lovely place. Step up from Bridgend that’s for sure.

Is it near the stour ?

[The Lone Gunman]

I always had you down as a bit of a little Englander

It's been well and truly confirmed

I’ve long since had you down a fat fraud from Neath. No confirmation necessary.

[Packerman]

Nope on the river Deben.

[SLUDGE FACTORY]

I’ve long since had you down a fat fraud from Neath. No confirmation necessary.

The last time I saw you , you had bigger tits than dolly parton and a double chin

And a shiny bonce xx

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Engerland !

[SLUDGE FACTORY]

Nope on the river Deben.

A bit coastal there but a few bass

[Packerman]

Lots of beach fishing, shingle or sand my partners son goes. Bit bleak the North Sea 🥶not for me a bit of summer carp fishing maybe

[SLUDGE FACTORY]

Lots of beach fishing, shingle or sand my partners son goes. Bit bleak the North Sea 🥶not for me a bit of summer carp fishing maybe

There's not much on the east coast

South Wales is great for sea fishing

I like pike and perch fishing when it comes to coarse angling

[SLUDGE FACTORY]

The last time I saw you , you had bigger tits than dolly parton and a double chin

And a shiny bonce xx

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Engerland !

https://youtu.be/yrpmv_zOa0k?si=C-lsJ_1HCT-BtIqi

[NottinghamBlue]

Engerland !

Let me spell it for you, it's Ingurland.