Lee Carsley Appointed England Interim Coach Amidst Nations League Campaign

Lee Carsley has been named interim coach for the England national football team as they prepare for their upcoming Nations League campaign. Carsley, who has been managing England Under-21s since 2021, takes over following Gareth Southgate's resignation. His first match will be against Ireland on September 7.

Lee Carsley has been appointed as England's interim coach ahead of their Nations League campaign starting next month, the Football Association announced on Friday.

Carsley, who has managed the England Under-21 team since 2021 and led them to the European Under-21 Championship title in 2023, will initially guide the senior team for their September fixtures, with a possibility of extending his role through the autumn while the FA searches for a permanent manager.

He succeeds Gareth Southgate, who resigned last month after England's defeat in the Euro 2024 final. Carsley expressed his honor in leading the team on an interim basis, citing his familiarity with the players and international football. His debut match is slated for September 7 against Ireland, a team he once represented.