The Rest Is Politics: Leading 162. Gareth Southgate: Patriotism, Leadership, and How To Inspire Young Men
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Nov 17, 2025 Gareth Southgate, former England national football team manager, shares insights from his career and personal growth. He discusses the valuable lessons learned from missing a penalty in Euro 96 and how that shaped his resilience. Southgate emphasizes the importance of leadership, authenticity, and mentoring young men. He explores the intersection of football and politics, reflecting on patriotism and national unity. Passionate about supporting players' transitions post-career, he also highlights the need for safe spaces for youth in today's society.
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A Leadership Book Not A Sports Memoir
- Southgate framed Dear England as less a memoir and more a leadership manual drawing lessons from football.
- He used his England role to explore leadership, culture, and national identity beyond sport.
Prepare Players For A Second Career
- Prepare athletes for a second career by encouraging education and mentoring alongside sport.
- Frame professional sport as one stage and help players keep options open for life after football.
Create Simple Principles For National Teams
- Build an international team by defining clear, simple principles you can teach in limited time.
- Use national centres and consistent junior programmes to create continuity across age groups.
