Former England manager Gareth Southgate has been knighted in King Charles III’s New Year’s Honours list.
Southgate led England to the semi-finals of the World Cup in 2018 and consecutive European Championship finals during his eight-year spell in charge.
The 54-year-old resigned from the role in July after leading England to the final of Euro 2024, where they were beaten by Spain.
Southgate becomes the fourth England manager to receive a knighthood after Sir Walter Winterbottom, Sir Bobby Robson and 1966 World Cup winner Sir Alf Ramsey.
The former Crystal Palace, Aston Villa and Middlesbrough defender won 61 of his 102 games in charge of the men’s national side, with 24 draws and 17 defeats.
“Throughout his career in the game as a player, coach and change-maker, he has embodied the best of English football,” said FA chair Debbie Hewitt.
“One of our greatest ever managers, Sir Gareth’s remarkable coaching achievements across four major tournaments include two successive EURO finals, equalling our best-ever men’s World Cup performance away from home and being ranked in the world’s top five for more than five years.
“Off the field, he brought our fans closer than ever to the team, stood up for what he believed in and inspired players to share his pride in representing England. It has been a privilege to know the man and the manager.”
Elsewhere, former West Ham United and Everton manager David Moyes was awarded an MBE.
Moyes ended West Ham’s 43-year wait for a major trophy with victory in the Europa Conference League in 2023 but left the club at the end of last season following the expiration of his contract.
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