Sven-Göran Eriksson, Legendary Football Coach, Dies at 76
Sven-Göran Eriksson, Legendary Football Coach, Dies at 76
Sven-Göran Eriksson, Legendary Football Coach, Dies at 76
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Sven-Göran Eriksson, the esteemed former England football manager, has passed away at the age of 76 after a battle with pancreatic cancer, which he had been diagnosed with last year. Eriksson, who managed England from 2001 to 2006, led the team to two World Cups and a European Championship, reaching the quarter-finals in each competition. In a poignant farewell captured in an Amazon Prime documentary, Eriksson reflected on his life and career, expressing hope to be remembered as a positive influence. Tributes have poured in from across the football world, highlighting his significant contributions to clubs like Lazio and IFK Göteborg, as well as his calm coaching style. His family confirmed he died at home surrounded by loved ones, leaving behind a legacy of professionalism and tactical brilliance. The football community mourns the loss of a beloved figure who inspired many during his remarkable career.

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