Former England manager Gareth Southgate has been knighted in King Charles’ New Year Honors list.
During his eight years in charge, Southgate led England to the 2018 World Cup semi-finals and back-to-back European Championship finals.
The 54-year-old resigned in July after leading England to the Euro 2024 final, where they lost to Spain.
Southgate becomes the fourth English manager to be knighted, following Sir Walter Winterbottom, Sir Bobby Robson and 1966 World Cup winner Sir Alf Ramsey.
The former Crystal Palace, Aston Villa and Middlesbrough defender led the men’s national team to 61 wins, 24 draws and 17 defeats in 102 games.
FA chairman Debbie Hewitt said: “Throughout his career as a player, coach and change-maker, he has epitomized the best of English football.”
“One of our greatest ever managers, Sir Gareth’s impressive coaching achievements across four major competitions include reaching two successive Euro finals, the highest ever away men’s World Cup. He has been ranked in the top five in the world for over five years.
“Off the field, he has brought our fans closer to the team than ever before, standing up for what he believes in and inspiring his players to share his pride in representing England. It was a pleasure getting to know the man and his manager.”
Former Chelsea and Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel will officially take over as Southgate’s successor on January 1st.
Other recipients of the MBE include former West Ham United and Everton manager David Moyes.
Moyes ended West Ham’s 43-year wait for a major title by winning the Europa Conference League in 2023, but left the club at the end of last season when his contract expired.
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