Currently, Gareth Southgate is the King of England as he inspires a Three Lions side to their first win in a World Cup knock-out round for the first time in 12 years. Not only has he lifted a nation, but he has lead many people to believe in their dreams, as he’s living his out in Russia right now, managing this England side which fills him full of pride.

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Before the tournament had even begun, many had tipped this young, hungry England side to success, and even though tight victories over Tunisia and Colombia, as well as a loss to the Belgians have already happened, many still believe this side have the most potential to go all the way, with quite possibly the biggest hope surrounding them since the ‘Golden Generation’ of ’06.

Harry Kane, Tottenham forward, England captain has lead his nation brilliantly so far this summer, notching six goals in his first four performances, leading him well on his way to the World Cup Golden Boot next Sunday. The down to earth man gives his all for his country as he represents the exciting generation we have got in front of us.

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Since the eliminations of current Champions Germany, Argentina, Spain and Portugal have already taken place. This has only led to England fans believing more. As you can see plastered all over social media, videos of fans all around the country singing the lucrative lines “Footballs Coming Home”. Gareth Southgate is not only managing a talented bunch of players at the World Cup, he is also creating a positive relationship between the media and the fans like you have never seen before, with all of them being behind the 47-year-old.

Since the World Cup begun, many data analysts and the general public have found common links between the year 2018 and the year 1966 where England won their first and only ever World Cup. Lets just say some are more serious than others:

Thanks to Burnley finishing in Europe and Chelsea having a poor season we might see the lads bring the trophy home this year: 

Some might even say Andy Murray not appearing in Wimbledon in 2018 or 1966 is a good sign:

Finally, who knows what could be in the pipeline for Southgate's side:

England take on Sweden in the Quarter-Finals of the 2018 World Cup on Saturday at 3pm.