In a parallel universe, Gareth Southgate could have been parading around London in an open-top bus this week with the European Championship trophy aloft.
As it was, one of the most successful England managers of all time was tending his resignation.
Such is the fast pace of the football world, thoughts now move to who will replace him.
Stick with us for further reaction to Southgate’s departure and news of the Football Association’s search for his successor.
We will also bring you the latest football news, including reaction to the Lionesses’ qualification for the Women’s Euro 2025.
Youth football teams and grassroots clubs across the country have held a minute’s silence at the start of their games to commemorate a 10-year-old girl who di
10-year-old Poppy Atkinson was killed when she was struck by a car during a training session at Kendal Rugby Club in Cumbria. Clubs from Leeds to London
The high court, sitting in Liverpool, heard Uefa had relied upon the principle that English courts will not inquire into the legality of actions by foreign gove
Caption: Alan Shearer?s Premier League predictions credit: Getty / Metro After some impressive results for English sides in Europe the focus is