Gareth Southgate Unleashes Emotional Plea After England’s Epic Euro 2024 Win
The Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate delivered a stirring speech after England’s thrilling 2-1 victory over the Netherlands in the Euro 2024 semi-finals. The win was a testament to the team’s never-say-die spirit and proved that they’re not just capable of reaching the final, but are also hungry for success.
In the interview, Southgate addressed the criticism he has faced during the tournament, admitting that the scrutiny can be tough to handle. "We all want to be loved, right?" he said. "When you’re doing something for your country, you’re a proud Englishman – you don’t feel that back, and all you read is criticism, it’s hard."
He also spoke about the emotions of being on the grass, saying "If I had not been on the grass, I would have been watching and celebrating like [the fans] were." His words were a poignant reminder of the deep connection between the team and the fans, and the importance of feeling the love and appreciation from the crowd.
Southgate added that he’s the one who has to make the tough decisions, but being able to give his players a night like that was "very special." He emphasized the importance of unity and camaraderie, saying "We have come here to win, and play the team who have been the best in the tournament [in the final]. But we’re still here, and fighting."
With Sunday’s final against Spain looming large, Southgate and his team will be determined to make it a second consecutive major tournament final. After tasting heartbreak against Italy in Euro 2020, they’re eager to finally lift the trophy and bring home some silverware.
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