Former England manager Gareth Southgate has decided not to do any commentary or expert work at the upcoming football World Cup. He believes that his punditry might be misconstrued and could potentially harm the English football team.
Southgate, who led England to the finals of the Euros in 2021 and 2024, and the semifinals in 2018, is concerned that his comments might be used against the team in press conferences.
In a video on Instagram, Southgate explained that he didn't want anything to be 'misconstrued or thrown at them in press conferences.' He wished the team good luck and expressed his confidence in their ability to win the tournament.
Southgate's decision is seen as a thoughtful one, given England's last major football trophy win was in 1966.
