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Reaction to death of former England manager Eriksson
Liverpool Legends manager Sven-Goran Eriksson before a match. PHOTO/REUTERS
What you need to know:
Eriksson, who died on Monday at the age of 76 after a battle with cancer, started his career as a competent but limited player, yet he went on from those humble beginnings to become he one of the most sought-after coaches and arguably one of the most famous names in the game.
Following is reaction to the death of former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson aged 76 on Monday, months after the Swede revealed he had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
FA CEO MARK BULLINGHAM
"This is a very sad day. He gave all England fans such special memories. No one can ever forget the 5-1 victory in Munich against Germany under Sven's guidance.
"Sven will be rightly recognised and forever remembered for his significant work with the England team, and for his wider contribution to the game. He will be much missed, and we will pay tribute to him when we play Finland at Wembley next month."
EUROPEAN SOCCER'S GOVERNING BODY UEFA
"On behalf of the European football community, everybody at UEFA is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Sven-Goran Eriksson.
"A beloved figure in the game, Sven was a UEFA Cup winner as coach of IFK Goteborg in 1982 before leading Lazio to the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup in 1999. Rest in peace, Sven."
BRITAIN'S PRINCE WILLIAM
"Sad to hear about the passing of Sven-Goran Eriksson. I met him several times as England manager and was always struck by his charisma and passion for the game. My thoughts are with his family and friends. A true gentleman of the game."
ENGLAND NATIONAL TEAM
"We are deeply saddened that Sven-Goran Eriksson, who managed the Three Lions from 2001 to 2006, has passed away aged 76. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time. Rest in peace, Sven. You will be greatly missed."
FORMER ENGLAND STRIKER MICHAEL OWEN
"Rest In Peace Sven-Goran Eriksson. One of the very best and a man who will be sadly missed by everyone in the world of football."
PREMIER LEAGUE
"We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former England and Manchester City manager Sven-Goran Eriksson. Our thoughts and condolences are with Sven's family and friends."
PREMIER LEAGUE CLUB MANCHESTER CITY
"We would like to express our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Sven-Goran Eriksson, who has passed away at the age of 76. Rest in peace, Sven."
PREMIER LEAGUE CLUB LIVERPOOL
"Rest in peace, Sven-Goran Eriksson. The thoughts of everyone at the club are with Sven's family and friends at this extremely sad time."
PREMIER LEAGUE CLUB LEICESTER CITY
"Everyone at Leicester City is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of our former Manager, Sven-Goran Eriksson. Our thoughts are with Sven's family and friends at this sad time."
LALIGA CLUB REAL MADRID
"Real Madrid, the club's President and its Board of Directors are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Sven-Goran Eriksson, one of world football's legendary coaches.
"Real Madrid would like to send its condolences and deepest sympathy to his family, his colleagues, his clubs and all his loved ones."
BUNDESLIGA CLUB BAYERN MUNICH
"Everyone at Bayern is deeply saddened to hear the passing of Sven-Goran Eriksson. Our thoughts and prayers are with Sven's family and loved ones during this difficult time."
