Three things Southgate got badly wrong as England are relegated with defeat to Italy

Chelsea player Jason Cundy believes Phil Foden and Raheem Sterling have brought more creativity to England than David Beckham ever did.The former Manchester City teammates were deployed alongside Harry Kane in England’s 3-3 home draw against Germany and the 1-0 loss to Italy. However, Gareth Southgate enjoyed more success against the Germans when he tweaked his frontline, by introducing Mason Mount and Bukayo Saka in place of the aforementioned duo. While Sterling and Foden both had their moments at Wembley, England played with more zip and speed when Mount and Saka were introduced into the contest.

Manchester United were without a number of first-team players in Tuesday’s training session as the last few rounds of international fixtures take place.

Manchester United's Harry Maguire was pictured limping with an injury after England played Germany in the Nations League.

England's comeback against Germany last night might have briefly dispelled concerns over their dreadful form of late, but make no mistake, things need to improve fast for Gareth Southgate to still be in the job come 2023.Three draws and three defeats from six Nations League matches this year makes for dire reading and sees the Three Lions relegated to League B - a fate which could see them land a tricky qualifying group for Euro 2024.Calls for Southgate to be sacked began in earnest a few months ago, and while almost nothing will stop him leading the side into Qatar, many feel that an early exit from the tournament could spell the end for England's waistcoated warrior.With that in mind, Daily Star Sport has taken a look back at some of the infamous matches that spelled the end for England bosses in the past.READ MORE: Gareth Southgate doesn't deserve the sack but here's why England should consider itDid anyone really think Roy Hodgson was the answer for England? Probably not, but that didn't stop him from leading the Three Lions into three major international tournaments.The axe finally swung following England's dismal defeat to minnows Iceland in the round of 16 at Euro 2016 - the second successive tournament that Hodgson's side had all but limped their way through.The official word was that the FA simply decided not to renew Hodgson's contract, but in truth it was nothing more than a cold, hard sacking - and one that had been coming for a while.How far does Southgate need to take England in the World Cup in order to avoid the sack? Let us know what you think in the comments section below.England's failure to qualify for Euro 2008 was an unmitigated disaster, not least because their so-called 'golden generation' were

Manchester United ace Jadon Sancho appeared to snub England draw against Germany to play FIFA 23. Sancho missed out on a place in Gareth Southgate’s final 26 man squad for the 1-0 away defeat to Italy and the 3-3 draw with Germany in the Nations League.

Gareth Southgate some words of advice on how to get England firing at the World Cup.England launched an emphatic comeback from 2-0 down against Germany to secure a 3-3 draw on Monday night, courtesy of goals from Mason Mount, Luke Shaw and Harry Kane. But the Euro 2020 finalists looked as lacklustre for much of the first hour as they had done in their previous five outings without a victory.It was not until Southgate brought on Bukayo Saka and Mount for Phil Foden and Raheem Sterling that the team finally got into gear.

Manchester City have been dealt a major injury blow ahead of the Manchester derby after watching John Stones pull up with a hamstring problem while playing for England on Monday night.

Harry Maguire was loudly booed by England fans after his name was read out at Wembley.England were gearing up for their Nations League match against Germany on Monday night when the team line-up was announced 45 minutes before kick-off. Maguire kept his place in the team after Friday’s 1-0 defeat to Italy despite facing huge criticism over the past year and recently losing his place in Manchester United’s starting eleven.But despite the faith placed in him by England boss Gareth Southgate, his name was met with mass boos.

England fans on social media have ripped into the ‘eye sore’ away strip the Three Lions debuted against Germany.Gareth Southgate’s side lined up in the “heavy metal” red away strip against the 2014 World Cup winners. England sported the new white and blue home kit in the 1-0 defeat to Italy.The home shirt was received with mixed sentiments by England fans who are already concerned about the Euro 2020 finalists chances in the Middle East.

Liverpool supporters have blasted Gareth Southgate for his supposed double standards after Trent Alexander-Arnold was axed for England's final Nations League fixture. Falling to a 1-0 defeat at the San Siro on Friday (September 23), the Three Lions sensationally suffered a first-ever relegation from the elite tier with Giacomo Raspadori's 68th-minute strike enough to extend England's winless run to five matches.

Crystal Palace ranks.Bostock made his senior Palace debut before he even took his GCSEs, becoming the Eagles youngest ever player to put on the famous red and blue. His path towards footballing royalty appeared to be laid as a subsequent move to Tottenham Hotspur beckoned the following season.He even represented England's Under 16s, 17s and 19s - making a whopping 40 appearances across the three levels combined, highlighting his talent at a young age.

Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy has told Gareth Southgate to “stop creating his own square pegs” by overhauling England’s three at the back formation.The Three Lions’ boss has chosen to persist with his 3-4-3 formation, despite the fact England have gone five consecutive games without scoring a goal in open play. Giacomo Raspadori’s wonderful curling effort secured a 1-0 home win for Italy over Southgate’s beleaguered side, sending the Three Lions crashing out of Nations League A.While England’s defence was relatively sturdy against an equally flat Italian side, the lack of creativity and penetration is proving to be an enormous concern. And Murphy believes it is now time for Southgate to take some more risks with the World Cup two months away.Read More: England at risk of nightmare Euro 2024 qualifying draw after Nations League disaster“Everyone knows England haven’t scored from open play in more than seven hours,” Murphy wrote in his column for the Daily Mail.

Gareth Southgate has hinted that he will rely on his experienced players for England's World Cup squad rather than make too many changes in reaction to their poor form.

England players will be fuelled by baked beans and Jaffa Cakes in our bid to win the World Cup for the first time since 1966. The Three Lions will be staying at the five-star Souq Al-Wakra Hotel when Gareth Southgate’s squad arrives at the tournament in Qatar, which kicks off in November.

England supporters are begging Gareth Southgate to bring in one of the most highly-rated defenders in Serie A to the starting XI.AC Milan’s Fikayo Tomori was omitted by the Three Lions' manager in their Nations League loss to Italy on Friday. This is despite the former Chelsea defender being one of the brightest prospects in the ranks.

England fans are fearing what lies ahead at the World Cup, with the Three Lions now having gone 450 minutes and counting without scoring a goal from open play.Gareth Southgate's side drew a blank, again, against Italy in a dismal 1-0 defeat on Friday evening as they were relegated in the Nations League. England's last goal from open play came from Tyrone Mings - who netted against Ivory Coast in the 93rd minute back in March.Since then, England have played Italy and Hungary twice as well as one clash against Germany.

England fans are sure that Reece James' new pink hairstyle was inspired by Lisa Simpson.The Chelsea full-back debuted his bold new barnet against Italy at the San Siro on Friday night, with a pink and white streak added to his hair ahead of the match.

Manchester City's Kalvin Phillips has been warned that Jude Bellingham is now in pole position to start alongside Declan Rice for England at the World Cup finals in Qatar.

Gareth Southgate by angry England fans.Supporters believe the Three Lions boss is "ruining the England team" after watching another below par performance at the San Siro in their latest Nations League clash. The decision to start Saka out of position on the left side of a five-man backline has been highlighted by supporters as they took to social media to slam Southgate's tactics.Saka, who was named England player of the year ahead of the match, is most commonly deployed on the right wing for club side Arsenal.READ MORE: Prince William faces conflict of loyalties between England and Wales at World CupOne disgruntled fan tweeted: "And people think we have a chance at the World Cup? We don’t even play players in there normal position!!"Another added: "Southgate.