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John Cross & Dan Marsh

Gareth Southgate decides to stay on as England manager despite painful World Cup exit

Gareth Southgate has put an end to uncertainty over his long-term future by deciding to stay on as England manager.

The Three Lions boss, 52, has been at the helm for over six years but refused to comment on whether or not he would continue in his role after England were eliminated by France in the World Cup quarter-finals.

Despite leading England to a World Cup semi-final and the final of last year's delayed European Championship, Southgate has been heavily criticised by sections of England's support for poor results in the build-up to the tournament. The former Middlesbrough chief has also been accused of being too pragmatic.

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