Sven-Goran Eriksson

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Sven-Goran Eriksson: The Legendary Manager Who Knew How to Kick It!

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With the passing of Sven-Goran Eriksson, football loses a true visionary whose tactics and charm could light up any pitch!

Sven-Goran Eriksson, the charismatic Swedish football manager, has passed away at the age of 76, leaving a legacy that spans continents and generations. Renowned for his engaging personality and tactical brilliance, Eriksson made history as the first foreign manager of the England men’s national football team. His managerial journey took him from Sweden to luminaries like Benfica and Lazio, but it was his leadership of the England team that etched his name in football history. With a mix of style and strategy, Eriksson led the team to the World Cup and European Championship for five exhilarating years, aiming to finally quench England's thirst for silverware.

Eriksson wasn’t just about win-or-lose; he had a unique ability to connect with players, often peppering his training sessions with life lessons and laughs. His team included household names like David Beckham and Michael Owen, and many credit Eriksson for fostering a sense of unity and professionalism in the squad. Yet, despite his tactical ingenuity and amiable spirit, Eriksson’s tenure was marked by near misses, leaving fans to wonder what could have been. The bitterness of lost opportunities hung heavy, particularly the dramatic exits in crucial matches, making his approach to football both celebrated and critiqued.

The news of his passing resonated beyond the football community, with many tributes expressing gratitude for his unmatched influence on the game. "After a long illness, Sven passed away surrounded by his loving family," stated his representatives, underscoring the deep personal loss for those who knew him best. For Manchester City, where he served as manager and helped secure their first major trophy in 31 years, his memory will always be cherished. His legacy continues to inspire budding coaches and players alike, who look up to Eriksson as an example of passion intertwined with sophistication in the world of sports.

Beyond the pitch, Eriksson was also known for his hobbies outside of football—from cooking delicious Swedish meatballs to his keen interest in classical music. A football genius who reportedly disliked referees as much as they disliked him, Eriksson had the uncanny ability to charm! Devastatingly hard to criticize, he surprised and entertained fans with both his well-thought-out strategies and a light-hearted, if not cheeky, humor on match days. Football will lose a visionary, but the stories and influence of Sven-Goran Eriksson will undoubtedly resonate forever!

Sven-Goran Eriksson 1948-2024 (Premier League)

The Swedish manager blazed a trail across the world of football with his passion for the game and his perspective on life.

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Ex-England boss Sven-Göran Eriksson dies aged 76 - ESPN (ESPN)

Sven-Göran Eriksson, the first foreign manager of England's men's national team, has died aged 76.

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Sven-Goran Eriksson obituary: Ex-England manager who could and ... (BBC News)

Sven-Goran Eriksson was engaging, courteous and a shrewd tactician - and he could, and should, have ended England's trophy drought.

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Sven-Göran Eriksson: a life in pictures (The Guardian)

The famed football manager has died at the age of 76. A career that took him from his home in Sweden via Benfica, Sampdoria and Lazio to manage the England ...

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Sven-Göran Eriksson, former England manager, dies aged 76 (CNN)

Former England manager Sven-Göran Eriksson died on Monday at the age of 76, his representatives confirmed to CNN.

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Sven Goran-Eriksson: Former England boss dies aged 76 (Sky Sports)

A family statement read: "After a long illness, Sven Gordan-Eriksson died during the morning at home surrounded by family. "The closest mourners are daughter ...

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Sven-Goran Eriksson: 1948-2024 (Manchester City FC)

Manchester City would like to express our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sven-Goran Eriksson, who has passed away at the age of 76.

Sven-Goran Eriksson, Swedish soccer coach who was first foreigner ... (Athabasca Advocate)

Sven-Goran Eriksson, the Swedish soccer manager who spent five years as England's first ever foreign-born coach after making his name winning trophies at ...

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Sven-Göran Eriksson was a deeply moral man, true to his own code (The Guardian)

What became very clear in his final months was how much he loved football and how much football loved him back.

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Former England football manager Sven-Goran Eriksson dies aged 76 (Aljazeera.com)

The Swede, who also led several European clubs to major trophies, lost his battle with pancreatic cancer.

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Reaction to the death of former England soccer manager Sven ... (Porterville Recorder)

"Swedish football feels deep gratitude for everything Svennis has contributed and we stand together in grief with his loved ones. Rest in peace Svennis!” — ...

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Sven-Goran Eriksson, Swedish soccer coach who was first foreigner ... (Athabasca Advocate)

Sven-Goran Eriksson, the Swedish soccer manager who spent five years as England's first ever foreign-born coach after making his name winning trophies at ...

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'A true gentleman': David Beckham leads tributes to Sven-Göran ... (The Guardian)

David Beckham said Sven-Göran Eriksson had been a 'passionate, caring, calm' influence after the former England manager died at the age of 76.

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Former Ivory Coast manager Sven-Goran Eriksson passes away ... (Africanews English)

The charismatic Swede joined the Elephants in 2010, leading them into the World Cup where they finished third in a tough group.

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NEWS | Hereford supporters remember Sven Goran-Eriksson ... (Your Herefordshire)

Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson sadly passed away today the age of 76. He took England to three major tournaments during his spell in charge from ...

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Sven-Goran Eriksson, Swedish soccer coach who was first foreigner ... (Athabasca Advocate)

Sven-Goran Eriksson, the Swedish soccer manager who spent five years as England's first ever foreign-born coach after making his name winning trophies at ...

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Sven-Goran Eriksson: David Beckham leads tributes to former ... (BBC News)

David Beckham pays tribute to "true gentleman" Sven-Goran Eriksson and says he will be "forever grateful" to the former England manager, who has died aged ...

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Sven-Goran Eriksson, Swedish soccer coach who was first foreigner ... (Powell River Peak)

Sven-Goran Eriksson, the Swedish soccer manager who spent five years as England's first ever foreign-born coach after making his name winning trophies at ...

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Graceful, intelligent and friendly: Sven-Göran Eriksson never lost his ... (The Guardian)

I worked closely with him (as the Football Association's director of communications) during his time as England manager and he made an incredibly positive ...

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Official Announcement: Passing of Sven Goran Eriksson (Real Madrid)

Eriksson had a lengthy career that spanned more than four decades, coaching numerous clubs and national teams all over the world. With Goteborg he won 1 UEFA ...

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Nancy Dell'Olio pays tribute to Sven-Goran Eriksson despite 'ups ... (Sky News)

Writing on Instagram, the lawyer, who was in a relationship with Eriksson from 1998 to 2007, said "love never truly fades" as she paid tribute to the former ...

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Former England Manager Sven-Göran Eriksson Passes Away at 76 (News Central TV)

Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson has died at the age of 76 after succumbing to his fight with cancer, his family announced on Monday.

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The wit and wisdom of Sven-Göran Eriksson (The Week Magazine)

The legacy of every England football manager "tends to hang on a single moment or personality trait that sticks in the popular imagination".

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Former England Manager Sven-Göran Eriksson Passes Away at 76 (News Central TV)

Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson has died at the age of 76 after succumbing to his fight with cancer, his family announced on Monday.

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