Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson dies aged 76

Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson has died at the age of 76, his family has said.

Mr Eriksson had pancreatic cancer and at the beginning of the year revealed he only had a year to live "at best."

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[interstellarbeatteller]

Actual legend. He won a European trophy, literally with a bunch of part-timers & was a decent bloke until the end. RIP good Sir

[skycloud]

I'm glad he managed to fulfill his dreams before he passed away. I hope he is at peace.

[jimi.kounoups]

He was a real gentleman..a coach and a life coach ⚽🩵...rest in peace 🌳

[DezRosswess]

He knew it was coming and faced it with dignity, he managed England's greatest result since winning the world cup with that night in Munich RIP Sir!

[footystarGamingOfficial]

Well, we all knew this was coming, but we didn't know when. A true legend who will never be forgotten. Hopefully Liverpool will dedicate their next match to him.

[malcolmclements]

To all his family, friends and the Swedish people, condolences on the loss of Sven Goran Eriksson. He came to England and did the country proud as England manager. From England to our dear friends the Swedish people we share our love of football and much more. Sven, a true gentleman to the end, will not be forgotten.

[jobbiejew]

RIP from a Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 supporter.

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🤝🇸🇪

[markheyward]

Always came across as a gentleman rip sven

[MarkReynolds-co]

Deepest sympathy to Sven family, friends/colleagues. A gentlemen of Football who lost his battle with cancer but got his wish to manage Liverpool. 🙏

[gmdhargreaves]

Sleep peacefully brave man. RIP❤ sticking 5 past Germany is one of my most memorable nights of my life xx

[tatsuyamishima]

I was a fan of Lazio, I was really happy the team won 1999-2000 season of Serie A. Great manager, he was. R.I.P.

[Jim_M_]

God speed Sven. I'll never forget the night we won 5-1, one of the best nights of my life. RIP.

[DonaldJBiden-fh]

A thoroughly decent man in a vile industry. RIP Sir.

[dannypembroke]

Into our fathers loving arms go we all, Sven.
A gentleman. A bold soul.
Rest in eternal peace. ✝️

[JamesBeattie-lzcc]

Quality coach quality human being …managed some huge clubs, a career to be proud of 👌🏻

[DeborahMoffett]

Absolute hugs and kisses to his family 💋 a legend 💕 no more suffering sleep well 🙏💞

[georgieharris]

He will always be remembered for his skills his knowledge and determination and support he continued to give to others till his end R.I.P ❤

[ricardoduane]

I'm sad to hear poor guy terrible cancer he battled it with such charm, thanks for the unforgettable memories like thrashing Germany etc. rest in peace Sven 🎉

[dianerogers]

A true gentleman of football, RIP, 😢😢😢😢🥺🥺🥺⚽⚽⚽❤️❤️❤️❤️

[VMM]

He always seemed a very calm and dignified man. Rest in peace