Sven-Goran Eriksson, the first foreign manager of England, passed away at 76 after a rapid battle with pancreatic cancer, having left a significant impact on football.
Despite his illness, Eriksson remained positive and dedicated to others, embodying the traits that made him a beloved figure in football until the very end.
Eriksson managed England’s golden generation, leading them to the quarterfinals of the 2002 and 2006 World Cups, and the 2004 European Championship.
His long-time agent highlighted that while the decline was rapid, Eriksson’s positivity and care for others shone through, even in his final moments.
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