Reaction to the death of former England soccer manager Sven-Göran Eriksson

Response to the demise of former England supervisor Sven-Göran Eriksson:

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“Unhappy to listen to in regards to the passing of Sven-Göran Eriksson. I met him a number of instances as England supervisor and was all the time struck by his charisma and keenness for the sport. My ideas are together with his household and mates. A real gentleman of the sport” — Prince William, president of the English Soccer Affiliation.

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“Sven, thanks for all the time being the individual you might have all the time been — passionate, caring, calm and a real gentleman. I will likely be endlessly grateful for you making me your captain” — David Beckham, who was England captain beneath Eriksson.

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“As a coach, Sven-Göran was each an incredible innovator and a real ambassador of our stunning recreation” — FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

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“Swedish soccer feels deep gratitude for every little thing Svennis has contributed and we stand collectively in grief together with his family members. Relaxation in peace Svennis!” — Swedish soccer federation.

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“It is a very unhappy day. He gave all England followers such particular recollections. Nobody can ever overlook the 5-1 victory in Munich towards Germany beneath Sven’s steering. Sven will likely be rightly acknowledged and endlessly remembered for his vital work with the England group, and for his wider contribution to the sport” — English FA chief government Mark Bullingham.

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“One of many highest and a person who will likely be sadly missed by everybody on this planet of soccer” – Michael Owen, who scored 3 times in England’s 5-1 win over Germany in 2001.

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“He will likely be remembered for his super contribution to English soccer which introduced pleasure to so many over time” — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

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“Thanks for every little thing that you’ve got carried out for us” — Italian membership Lazio, which Eriksson coached to win the Serie A league title in 2000.

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“He was elementary in my improvement as a participant and a person. I admired his calmness, how well mannered he was and the best way he actually revered everyone. He was a supply of inspiration for me” – Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi, who performed for Eriksson at Lazio.

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“You gave quite a bit to this world, and you can be missed. Bye, Mr. Eriksson” — AC Milan, the storied Italian group that beat Eriksson’s Benfica within the 1990 European Cup remaining.

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“Thanks for all of the recollections, Svennis. We always remember you” — IFK Gothenburg, the Swedish membership the place Eriksson made his popularity.

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“Relaxation in peace, Sven. A particular man. Thanks for the recollections and all of your assist and recommendation” — former England ahead Wayne Rooney.

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