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Eriksson: You must be brave to take England job

Eriksson: You must be brave to take England job
Eriksson: You must be brave to take England jobAction Plus
Sven Goran Eriksson doesn't envy England's next coach.

Lee Carsley has been named caretaker coach, stepping up from the U21s.

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Former England and Manchester City manager Eriksson told the Guardian: "Think about the pressure that will be on the shoulders of the new coach. 

"(Gareth) Southgate twice brought the national team to the finals (Euro), once — to the semifinals, and this is not enough for the British. Therefore, the next coach must win. Everything else — failure. 

"I'm sorry for the one who comes. If he does not win a major tournament, he will be criticised by — and the players, of course. Anyone who takes up this work will be a brave person."