Lee Carsley's doubts banished by opening England victory
Briefly

Lee Carsley, while reflecting on his management, noted, "You always think it's easy to be the England manager when you're sat in the house but there have been times where I've thought I'm not sure I could do it." His self-reflection highlights the complexities and pressures of the role, acknowledging that doubts are a natural part of the experience.
After his team's decisive win, Carsley stated, "It's done my confidence good [against Ireland] and the rest of the staff, as well that, actually, we're OK, we'll be all right." This assertion reveals the impact of team performance on morale and the confidence boost that accompanies a successful outing.
Carsley emphasized, "I've learned with experience and dealing with setbacks, having good people around you, that it gets easier." This insight underscores the importance of support systems and personal growth through challenges in a high-pressure environment.
He further reflected on his past triumphs, mentioning, "You always think about it - it's natural to have our doubts. Going into the Euros with the 21s, with the record that we've got, there was a worry we could go home in 10 days." This quote highlights the pressure managers face leading into major tournaments.
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