Roy Hodgson, on Monday night, became the latest high-profile coach to lose his job after the 68 year-old resigned as England manager following their defeat to Iceland.
After taking an early lead in their Round of 16 game through captain Wayne Rooney, England were pegged back when Ragnar Sigurdsson headed in from close range. Kolbeinn Sigthorsson extended Iceland's lead in the 18th minute at the Allianz Riviera stadium, however Hodgson was unable to turn things around and England were duly dumped out of Europe.
Shortly after their defeat, Hodgson announced he would quit his post with immediate effect. Assistant managers Gary Neville and Ray Lewington have also resigned.
Announcing his resignation immediately after the final whistle in the post-match press conference this evening, 68 year old Hodgson said;
"My contract was always up after the Euros so now is the time for someone else to oversee the progress of this young, hungry, extremely talented group of players.
'They have been fabulous and they have done everything that was asked of them. When I arrived I was told players didn’t turn up to play for their country or pulled out at the last minute.
'I have not seen any of that.These players love to play and their commitment has been exemplary.
'My staff have asked me to speak on their behalf. They came with me as part of my coaching team and they will leave with me.
'Finally I would like to thank all my support staff, the players, the FA and of course the fans. It has been a fabulous journey these past four years. We tried.
'I woud like to thank you the media for the support you have given me. I am sorry it has had to end in this way with another exit but these things happen, and all I can do is wish everybody the very best and hope that you will still see an England team in the future in a major finals with the success that we have been unable to achieve.'
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