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It's The South Gate! Nissan renames entrance at its plant after England boss Gareth for tonight's Euro 2020 semi-final with Denmark

Nissan has come up with the perfect tribute to Gareth Southgate ahead of tonight's Euro 2020 semi-final clash with Denmark.

The car giant has renamed one of the entrances to its Sunderland plant in tribute to the England manager, who previously managed Middlesbrough.

England boss Southgate smiles in training

A goods entrance at the plant has been rebranded The Nissan Southgate, with his name and face etched on a mound nearby.

The entrance, which has been known as 'The South Gate' since the plant first opened 35 years ago, is used by thousands of staff and part delivery drivers every day.