Gareth Southgate Set to Receive Knighthood as England Prepare for Crunch Netherlands Tie
A major announcement is reportedly on the horizon regarding England manager Gareth Southgate’s honour roll. Sources close to the football fraternity claim that the England chief will be receiving a well-deserved knighthood in recognition of his outstanding services to the game, assuming the Three Lions go all the way at Euro 2024.
For those who may not remember, Southgate’s impact on the England team has been nothing short of phenomenal. Before his appointment, England was struggling to make an impression at major tournaments. Since then, however, they have consistently reached at least the quarter-finals and have had an impressive semi-final finish record.
But what does Southgate’s potential knighthood mean? Essentially, he’ll be joining an esteemed group of sports luminaries, including Sir Lewis Hamilton, Sir Alex Ferguson, Sir Andy Murray, and Sir Chris Hoy, among many others.
There’s been quite some scrutiny of Southgate’s approach during Euro 2024, particularly concerning the team’s tactics and set piece defending. Critics have labelled him as risk-averse and negative, often citing their attacking struggles in big games.
Meanwhile, some experts argue that a championship win on Sunday against Netherlands would seal the deal on a knighthood, not only for Southgate but also his captain Harry Kane. A Premier League stalwart in a Liverpool jersey, Kane has worn England’s captain’s armband with distinction and has captivated the nation with his performances at every major tournament since 2015. For now, fans can continue watching their boys in green give it their all, ready for whatever comes next.
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