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'I'll be staying out of the way' - Southgate on World Cup punditry
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'I'll be staying out of the way' - Southgate on World Cup punditry

BBC Sport · Jun 14, 2026, 8:57 PM

Key takeaways

  • Sir Gareth Southgate has the best record of any England manager since 1966 World Cup winner Sir Alf Ramsey
  • Former England manager Sir Gareth Southgate says he turned down work as a pundit at the World Cup because he did not think it would be "helpful" to the side's chances.
  • Southgate resigned from his position after England were defeated by Spain in the Euro 2024 final.

Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.

Sir Gareth Southgate has the best record of any England manager since 1966 World Cup winner Sir Alf Ramsey

Former England manager Sir Gareth Southgate says he turned down work as a pundit at the World Cup because he did not think it would be "helpful" to the side's chances.

Southgate resigned from his position after England were defeated by Spain in the Euro 2024 final.

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