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Gareth Southgate: Former England manager Gareth Southgate opened up about his decision to step down from his position following England's Euro 2024 final defeat to Spain, expressing optimism about the team's future under new leadership.

Southgate, who led England for eight years, left his position just two days after the 2-1 loss to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. During his tenure, he guided the Three Lions to their first major tournament final in over five decades at Euro 2020 and helped the team reach the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup.

Speaking to Sky Sports, Southgate said, "It was the right time for change. You see now the hope that change can bring. I'm content with that.