Gareth Southgate, the current England manager, is keeping his options open regarding his future following England's 2-1 loss to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. Southgate's contract is set to expire in December, and it remains uncertain whether he will sign an extension to lead the team into future tournaments, including the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
After the final, Southgate expressed that it is not the right time to make a decision and mentioned that he will be discussing his future with the relevant stakeholders. Throughout his eight-year tenure, Southgate has achieved significant milestones, becoming the first England men's team manager to reach two finals and the first to reach a final outside of England. Despite these accomplishments, England's only major trophy remains the 1966 World Cup.
