LEE CARSLEY has been appointed as interim England head coach.
The former England U21 boss has been brought in to replace Gareth Southgate following his exit this summer.
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A statement from the FA confirmed the news.
It read: “Lee Carsley has been appointed interim head coach of England senior men ahead of the start of the 2024-25 UEFA Nations League campaign.
“Carsley will step up from his role in charge of the Men’s U21s, initially for September’s fixtures away to Republic of Ireland and at home to Finland.
“But with a view to remaining in the position throughout autumn while the FA’s recruitment process for a new permanent head coach continues.”
Carsley said: “It’s an honour to step up and lead this England squad on an interim basis.
“As I am very familiar with the players and the cycle of international football, it makes sense for me to guide the team while the FA continues the process to recruit a new manager.
“My main priority is to ensure continuity and our goal is to secure promotion in the UEFA Nations League.”
As a coach, Carsley has worked with Coventry City, Brentford, Manchester City, Birmingham and England U21s – winning the Euros in 2023.
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During his playing career, Carsley was at Derby, Blackburn, Coventry, Everton and Birmingham.
He retired with Coventry but made his name as a talented midfielder during his six seasons with Everton.
He also won 40 caps for the Republic of Ireland before retiring in 2011.
Carsley joined the England youth setup as a specialist coach in 2015, before being appointed head coach of England U20 in 2020 .
He was then promoted to England U21 in 2021 and lead them to victory in the European Championship in 2023, their first title in the competition since 1984.
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