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How Gareth Southgate made England fall back in love with football

For the first time in years there is optimism around the Three Lions at an international tournament and a large part of the credit goes to the manager

England woke up this morning with a World Cup semi-final to look forward to for the first time in 28 years. More importantly, it’s Waistcoat Wednesday. Credit for both occasions must go to Gareth Southgate.

"I was not a renowned fashion icon in my playing career so it's strange to feel that way now!” he said on Tuesday. “I'm certainly proud of the support we're receiving. Our supporters have had a long time of suffering in terms of football.