Gareth Southgate almost quit as England manager on two other occasions before he announced his departure on Tuesday, according to reports.
with Southgate announcing his resignation two days later as the nation reflected on his successful eight years in charge.
Southgate had come under immense pressure during the tournament with the former boss coming in for criticism over team selection and tactics.
It is not the first time during his tenure that Southgate was criticised over his conservative tactics, which proved successful in getting England to two European Championship finals and a World Cup semi-final.
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