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26th Aug 2024

Sven-Göran Eriksson has passed away aged 76

Harry Warner

He was the first overseas manager of England’s national team

Sven-Göran Eriksson has died aged 76 after a battle with terminal illness. Eriksen was diagnosed with terminal cancer in January 2024.

The news comes after his family released a statement confirming his death.

The statement read that the former England manager died at home surrounded by his family this morning.

The Swede managed England from 2001 until 2006 and was a hugely popular figure.

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