Monday’s pulsating draw with Germany eased the immediate pressure on Gareth Southgate but the England manager’s long-term future was always going to be determined by his side’s progress at this winter’s World Cup.
Southgate has acknowledged that his contract to November 2024 will not protect him from the sack if England flop in Qatar, while there is always the possibility the 52-year-old could walk if the tournament does not go to plan.
