‘I didn’t get the identical interview for the England job as the opposite boys, as a result of my assembly clashed with an FA Cup tie. It wasn’t splendid, however what may I do?’: English supervisor reveals failed alternative to handle Three Lions in 2006
England have been after a brand new supervisor to switch Sven-Goran Eriksson in 2006, with the Swede’s departure after the World Cup introduced in the beginning of the 12 months.
A variety of candidates have been interviewed for the emptiness earlier than the World Cup had even kicked of, with former Charlton supervisor Alan Curbishley amongst these into account – although the Englishman reveals he was instantly positioned on the backfoot after having to interview at a special time and place than his rivals.