There is no more dilemma - Gareth Southgate is no longer the coach of the England football team, the BBC announced.
After eight years and 102 matches on the Albion bench, Southgate is leaving. His contract expired, and it was expected that he would retire after the European Championship in Germany.
"As a proud Englishman, it was an honor for me, first to play for the national team, and then to be a coach. I did my best. But now it's time for changes and a new chapter," said Southgate.
Southgate succeeded Sam Allardyce on the England bench. He led Albion twice to the final of the European Championship, the only one who managed to do it, but England failed to take the final step and reach the title. Three years ago at "Wembley", Italy was better in the final after penalties, while two days ago Spain celebrated in Berlin.
At the 2018 World Cup in Russia, he led England to fourth place, while four years later in Qatar, Albion lost to France in the quarter-finals.
"The team that played at the European Championship was full of young, talented players. They can win the trophy that we all dream of in the future. Also, we have the best fans in the world. Their help has always meant a lot to me. I am an England fan and always I will be. Thanks for everything," said Southgate.
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