Official: G. Southgate has extended the contract with the English FA © Pool via REUTERS

The English Football Association (FA) announced on Monday about the extended contract with the national team coach Gareth Southgate. The 51-year-old Englishman signed a contract that will be valid until December 2024. G. Southgate led the team to the semi-finals of the 2018 World Cup and played in the final of the European Championship last summer, where they had to admit defeat to Italy. "I want to thank the football association leaders for their trust. I am also grateful to the players and team fans who constantly support us. We have all the opportunities to achieve something special in the near future," said G. Southgate after signing the contract.

Here to stay 👊We're delighted to confirm that Gareth Southgate has extended his #ThreeLions contract through to 2024. pic.twitter.com/X3SGaU168f