Gareth Southgate is an English football manager and former player, best known for his role as the head coach of the England national football team. He took charge in 2016 and has led the team through significant tournaments, including the FIFA World Cup and the UEFA European Championship. As a player, Southgate was a central defender and represented clubs like Crystal Palace and Aston Villa. He earned 57 caps for the England national team and was part of the squad that reached the semi-finals of the 1996 UEFA European Championship.