GARETH SOUTHGATE has released an emotional statement as he says farewell to his role as England manager after eight years at the helm.
The Three Lions boss departs following Sunday’s 2-1 defeat to Spain in the final of Euro 2024.
Gareth Southgate leaves his post as England manager after eight years in chargeGettyHe has reached two Euros finals and the quarters and semis of the World Cup.
But he now feels it is time to step aside after what he described as having been the “honour of my life”.