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- Updated: September 27, 2016
Sam Allardyce has left his position as England manager after just one game in charge, the Football Association has confirmed.
The news came on Tuesday evening after a day of talks between Allardyce and his FA bosses over allegations he discussed how to circumvent rules on player transfers while speaking to undercover Daily Telegraph reporters.
Here we look back at his short reign as England manager in his own words…
APPOINTMENT – July 23
Sam Allardyce on the honour of being named England boss
“I am extremely honoured to be appointed England manager, especially as it is no secret that this is the role I have always wanted.
“For me, it is absolutely the best job in English football. I will do everything I can to help England do well and give our nation the success our fans deserve. Above all, we have to make the people and the whole country proud.”
FIRST PRESS CONFERENCE – July 25
On excitement of new role
“It was 10 years since I was last interviewed [for the position] and to sit here is obviously a huge, huge thrill for me.
“I think I fit the chair. I hope I do. I think I’ve got the experience to pass on and not only challenge the England team but challenge myself. I think [managing] five Premier League clubs has given me a huge amount of experience.”
On enjoying the challenge
“Have some fun! The game of football is to be enjoyed. As the pinnacle of my career, I want to enjoy this the most.”
On his strengths
“Man-management is my biggest asset, to try and help players enjoy themselves and become better than they already are. I think that worked everywhere else I’ve been so hopefully that will work on the England side. I’ll have that approach in this job.”
On leaving no stone unturned to be successful
“I will exploit all areas, particularly psychologically.”
On England’s young talent
“It’s not potential anymore. These young players have had a lot of games now. This is the England first team. You want the players to be producing their top quality immediately.”
BEFORE FIRST SQUAD IS NAMED – August 28
On finding out former France U21 Steven N’Zonzi was ineligible for an England call-up
“It would have been of interest to me and we did explore it. He’s very good and he never got the credit he deserved.”
AFTER FIRST SQUAD IS NAMED – …
