I never rated Southgate but he's proved a lot of people wrong and is doing a fine job with England.
He is indeed.
The thing I really like is his clarity of thought. You can see this when he is being interviewed. He listens to the question and gives a very clear answer.
He has studied the recent problems with the English national setup and realised he needed to make a complete break from the past.
He has developed a new style of play and brought in new young players who have the ability to work his system.
I remember hearing Trevor Brooking some years ago saying that the restructuring of the England setup including the St Georges facilities would see England developing young players capable of competing at the highest level by 2020.
I didn't believe it then but do new and Southgate has transformed our national team.
Well done Gareth.
