On July 1st, in the UEFA Euro Round of 16 match, England came from behind to beat Slovakia 2-1 in extra time. This means that under Southgate’s management, England has reached at least the quarter-finals in all four major tournaments, a feat unmatched by any other European team during the same period.
Since taking charge, Southgate has led the team to commendable results: 4th place in the 2018 World Cup, runners-up in the 2020 Euros, and the quarter-finals of the 2022 World Cup. Now, they have also advanced to the quarter-finals of this Euro tournament. While Southgate is yet to secure a title for England, his ability to maintain a consistent level of performance is unparalleled.
It’s worth noting that England, under Southgate’s tenure, is the only European team to reach at least the quarter-finals in four consecutive major tournaments. Close competitors like France, for example, bowed out in the Round of 16 at the 2020 Euros.
Despite ongoing criticism and doubts from outsiders, Southgate has delivered reasonably solid performances in these competitions.