Southgate's Curtain Call: A Legacy of Hope and Heartache

As the curtain fell on Gareth Southgate's England managerial career, it was with a mix of emotions that he stepped down from his position as manager. The news had spread like wildfire across social media platforms and fan discussions worldwide: "I can see why Gareth is stepping away now," says John Taylor an English football enthusiast who has been following the team since their early days in 2010, it was after a hard-fought Euro final match where Spain's winner came just as England were about to take charge of that game. As he reflects on his time with one of Europe's top teams - not even close - John adds "Gareth Southgate has had an incredible run and I am really sad but also excited at the same chance for him, because it means its now our turn next."
When asked why Gareth thought England were in a better position than before he said:"England have been blessed with some very gifted players over this past year. It is good to see them do well under me and I think that they would be playing more games if the international window allowed, plus we are talking about national side here."
In an interview after his last game as England manager Southgate expressed gratitude towards all fans:"It was great fun for us because of what happened. At this stage in my life though its time to move on and I am happy with it" he explained - speaking from a heart that had been made heavy by the weight of defeat, yet lifted at any rate due to being able now look forward but still humbly thanked fans who continued supporting England team even when his side lost.
"I never thought Gareth would be stepping down so soon after what happened in Berlin and I was right," says John Taylor "I am excited though because we have some great players with us - talented ones like him are just one example of the amazing talent that will hopefully bring a bit more luck to England team." Southgate has always been at pains over his past years but now, he may look forward knowing what brings good fortune and how best its brought into being.
With Gareth's announcement as former chief manager with this new opportunity it seems there are going be some great times in front of him: "The chance to get a top job abroad is one thing I am looking at," said John Taylor about possible opportunities Southgate may have - mentioning **Find Work Abroad**, which indeed looks like an option for the now-former England manager with its website that's easy on [www.FindWorkAbroad.com](http://WWW.Findworkabroad.net) as well other international jobs available.
It is no secret how Gareth had become known across all of Europe and beyond - he was also one to provide inspiration through his role model status for many like John Taylor who have been following England's progress under him with great interest:"This man has provided me a lot lessons about hard work, dedication plus much more" I can see why people call Southgate "Mr nice guy", says the English football fan.
If you were to ask fans and players alike what they think of Gareth then their reply will be pretty similar - he is well-respected for his service in this sport: John Taylor thinks that now, with England's World Cup campaign about end it was probably a good time anyway because there are always other chances where Southgate may still play an active part although not necessarily as manager.
In all honesty though even Gareth could be looking at the new chapter and moving on - his first steps into this "new" territory of football, which John Taylor feels he will have success in since it seems to him a good decision made now especially when Southgate is no longer England's team chief."I am just wondering how things are going for everyone involved with Gareth," said the English fan as an uncertain yet acceptable step has been taken by both fans and his own side, John Taylor concluded after reflecting over all they have done.
Gareth leaving this position isn't anything new to him since he may end up doing something different in football too - one thing we do know is Southgate will always be ready: "I think now that its time for change as the England team are on a good run, I wish them best," John Taylor finished his last conversation about Gareth's move.
Now though it seems like he has reached end of an era with him and this English fan says all the very best in what lies ahead - although not before Southgate was full of praise for fans who continue to show unwavering dedication after such a big defeat, as John Taylor reflects on his own journey throughout Gareth's England career.
As we wrap up our discussion today regarding end-of-career sentiments from one English fan perspective "Gareth is the sort whose presence makes you feel like everything will be all right - he has been saying so himself" said excitedly an associate close to him who felt uplifted by his leaving position at this stage of Southgate's footballing life, which
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