Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson, 76, delivered a heartfelt goodbye message on Prime Video this week while battling terminal pancreatic cancer. The Swedish football icon reflected on his life and career with trademark humility, saying: \"Don’t have regrets. Smile. I had a good life.\" 😢💔
Eriksson’s career reads like a footballing odyssey 🗺️: from leading Lazio to Serie A glory in 2000 🏆 to steering England’s 'Golden Generation' through three major tournaments. While his Three Lions squads never quite clinched silverware, they consistently reached quarterfinals—a feat that still sparks debates among fans today. ⚽🔥
Did you know? Between 2013-2017, Eriksson became a key figure in the Chinese Super League 🌏, managing Guangzhou City, Shanghai Port, and Shenzhen. His tactical nous left a lasting mark on Asian football development.
As tributes pour in globally, Eriksson’s final words resonate: \"Take care of yourselves… live it!\" A reminder to cherish every moment 🙌✨. Whether you remember him for waistcoats on the England bench or late-career adventures in China, his legacy is undeniable.
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'I Had a Good Life' – Sven-Goran Eriksson bids emotional farewell
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