Early Life And Playing Career

Gareth Southgate: England manager profile

Early life and playing career

Gareth Southgate was born in Watford, Hertfordshire, on 3 September 1970. He began his playing career at Crystal Palace, before moving to Aston Villa in 1995. He also played for Middlesbrough, Southampton, and Blackburn Rovers, before retiring in 2006.

Southgate was a versatile player, who could play in a number of positions, including centre-back, full-back, and defensive midfield. He was known for his leadership skills and his ability to read the game.

Coaching career

After retiring from playing, Southgate worked as a coach at Middlesbrough and England youth teams. He was manager of the England under-21 team from 2013 to 2016.

In November 2016, Southgate was appointed as England manager on a permanent basis. He led England to the semi-finals of the 2018 FIFA World Cup, and to the final of the 2020 UEFA European Championship.

Gareth Southgate: A true leader

Gareth Southgate is a true leader. He has taken England to unprecedented heights, and he has the respect of his players and the fans. He is a role model for young people, and he is an inspiration to us all.