Gareth Southgate is set to receive further honours recognising his achievement in uniting the country and restoring pride in the national team, even if England lose Sunday’s final. A knighthood is seen as inevitable if England beat Italy to lift their first major trophy for 55 years. Gareth Southgate will very likely be knighted if England go on to win the Euro 2020 finalAlf Ramsey was knighted in 1967 following England’s World Cup win and Southgate would not have to wait long to achieve the same status. That follows mockery over the MBEs given to all the 2005 Ashes winners, including Paul Collingwood, who only played one Test in that series. All three could have their honours upgraded, and other key members of the England squad may also be recognised.

Source: Daily Mail July 09, 2021 21:32 UTC