By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
FPL360
  • Latest News
  • Best Player Picks
  • Standings
  • Mobile
  • FPL Tips
  • Help
    • FPL Deadlines
    • FPL Rules
    • FPL Chips
    • FPL Scoring
    • What is FPL?
Reading: Southgate wants to lead England at 2022 World Cup but will not ‘outstay welcome’
FPL360FPL360
Aa
  • Mobile
  • FPL Deadlines
  • Today Fixtures
  • Premier League Table
  • What is FPL?
Search
  • Latest News
  • Best Player Picks
  • Standings
  • Mobile
  • FPL Tips
  • Help
    • FPL Deadlines
    • FPL Rules
    • FPL Chips
    • FPL Scoring
    • What is FPL?
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
  • Price Changes
  • FPL Chips
  • FPL Transfers
  • FPL Rules
  • FPL Deadlines
  • Mobile
© FPL360.com. All Rights Reserved.
FPL360 > Blog > World Football > Southgate wants to lead England at 2022 World Cup but will not ‘outstay welcome’
World Football

Southgate wants to lead England at 2022 World Cup but will not ‘outstay welcome’

Kacper Wilkins
Last updated: 2021/07/12 at 5:49 PM
Kacper Wilkins 4 Min Read
Share


Contents
What has been said?Will football ever come home?Further reading

Gareth Southgate has reiterated the need for a period of reflection to be taken in on the back of England’s Euro 2020 final defeat to Italy, but he is hoping to lead the Three Lions at the 2022 World Cup.

His current contract is due to take in that tournament, but fresh terms have been mooted for a man that has put a success-starved nation within touching distance of long-awaited international honours.

After reaching the semi-finals of the 2018 World Cup and 2019 Nations League, an appearance in a first European Championship final has the Football Association keen to put an extension in place.

What has been said?

Southgate is reluctant to speculate on a new deal, as opinion can shift quickly in professional football, but he is looking to take in at least one more shot at elusive silverware.

The 50-year-old told reporters when asked again about his future on the back of penalty shootout pain against Italy: “I don’t think now is an appropriate time to think about anything.

“We have got to qualify for Qatar but I need some time to go away and watch the game and reflect on the whole tournament, I need a rest.

“It is an amazing experience but to lead your country in these tournaments takes its toll and I need a break now. 

“I said at the time it is great to have that internal support, you greatly value that as a manager.

“I don’t want to commit to anything longer than I should and I don’t want to outstay my welcome so all of those things need consideration.

“I want to take the team to Qatar, I feel we have made progress over the four years, we have had a fourth, a third and a second-placed finish and that is as good as anyone.”

Will football ever come home?

Getty
https://images.daznservices.com/di/library/GOAL/47/5/england-southgate-euro-2020_rf52ofs3b56w1fwrcyy40orv8.jpg?t=-1744720998&w=500&quality=80

England’s wait for international glory is now extending beyond the 55-year mark, with a World Cup triumph in 1966 remaining the only entry on their roll of honour.

Southgate is, however, convinced that steps are being taken in the right direction and has pointed to the recent success enjoyed by others as an example of how challenges can be overcome en route to landing ultimate prizes.

He added: “Most teams that win, France went through what we’re feeling now in 2016. Spain did it before they won. It’s normally part of the process you have to go to. 

“The fact we’ve had the first signs of some consistency – semi-final, final – that has to be the right direction. 

“When you get so close it’s more painful of course. It feels like my stomach’s been ripped out this morning. But I know that is the process we have to go through, and England have to keep that track going, whoever’s here, whoever’s at the FA.”

Further reading





Source link

Kacper Wilkins July 12, 2021 July 12, 2021
Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Email Copy Link Print
Previous Article England vs. Italy result: Italians beat English in Euro 2021 final in penalty kick shootout
Next Article Young USMNT stars give Berhalter ‘information’ he’s looking for despite lethargic Gold Cup opener
Arsenal legend Seaman surrounded by empty seats at Premier League stadium to raise awareness for hidden heart conditions
Premier League
Patrick Vieira not ruling out Arsenal comeback
Premier League
Chelsea’s £62m transfer flop Marc Cucurella targeting January exit after ZERO Premier League minutes under Pochettino
Premier League
Premier League legend, 41, ‘to replace Carlo Ancelotti as Real Madrid boss’ after red-hot start to life as manager
Premier League
“Premier League Market Values: Engage in the Debate Surrounding Declan Rice & Co.’s New Valuations”
Transfer Market
Klopp Faces Major Rebuilding Challenge as Liverpool Squad Value Plummets €280m since 2019
Transfer Market
O’Riley’s Market Value Soars, While Cifuentes Plummets Following Disappointing Start
Transfer Market
“From Rags to Riches: Arsenal’s Remarkable Journey to Creating the World’s Second Most Valuable Squad”
Transfer Market

You Might Also Like

World Football

Loan watch: Tavares and Balogun score again | News

1 year ago
World Football

Juventus accelerate for Depay after Di Maria injury

1 year ago
World Football

Barcelona: Barcelona still have a lot to resolve in the next two weeks

1 year ago
World Football

Inter Coach Simone Inzaghi Hopes To Have Injured Henrikh Mkhytarian Back For Serie A Clash With Either Cremonese Or AC Milan, Italian Media Report

1 year ago

FPL360.COM

  • Latest News
  • Best Player Picks
  • Standings
  • Mobile
  • FPL Tips
  • Help

Socials

Facebook Instagram Rss
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?