Gareth Southgate Masterclass

By @MrMichaelSpicer.

[@Nik-do1wd]

No matter how far forward you are, it’s always useful to let your goalie get a touch

[@2239jules]

😂

[@personperson.7744]

Playing “everyone has to touch the ball before you score” rules

[@mrsu92]

😂

[@Amaling]

This aged immaculately

[@gordonflack]

“Half time sprinkler”! Brilliant

[@FatNorthernBigot]

I no longer believe the opposition expect the England team to be "good, occasionally". ☹

[@bramharms72]

Oh. They're bricking themselves. By now most countries left in the tournament (and Scotland for some reason) are paying off the cooks in the players hotel to slip something in Gareth's food. His meals probably consist of 50% multi-vitamins, supplements and healthy herbs by now. They're all terrified that he gets sick and has to skip a match.

[@Ben-il3oc]

FA. Will probably give him an extension until the wc right

[@Alex-cw3rz]

Forgot the beautiful trick of getting the ball all the way up into an attacking position and then just slowly passing it back all the way to Pickford. Or if he's thinking really creative have a D shaped group at the back just passing the ball between each other for half the game, a great southgate trick is to have the players pause for a few seconds to lull the opposition into thinking something might actually happen, then go back to passing it between each other.

[@Balsiefen]

Once again, Simpsons did it first.

[@AtheistOrphan]

@@Balsiefen- Good call! ⚽️

[@giuliocipone1962]

Aha brilliant,this is word for word how Italy plays too. Forget about creating a fast paced action..nah..kick forward aaand it's their problem now.

[@davidlaw3096]

You English are the only nutters that complain when your team wins

[@thereapersperch]

spot on how England play.

[@heartofcinema3454]

this is more entertaining than any england game!

[@mishynaofficial]

The burn ✋😭

[@snowman01]

Southgate manager jokes will never get old. He's like a Sunday Cup driver that's been given a seat in a Red Bull

[@kityhawk2000]

To be fair a lot of Sunday Cup drivers could probably win in the current Redbull

[@kwanlinus6999]

​@@kityhawk2000 not Checo though

[@ashb7]

He's worse cause I'd expect a Sunday Cup driver to absolutely SEND IT. Not do the lamest, most boring thing imaginable in every situation

[@Bromley68]

Remember, the second you go a goal down and the crowd starts roaring to encourage you for an immediate response, it's important not to let it affect your concentration or team's shape. Simply begin doing the same thing at the same speed with the same soporific amble as you did before the other team scored.

[@2239jules]

That bit about playing everyone in the no.10 role was brilliant 👏

[@SuperLeica1]

Heard about that, called "overload".

[@Ben-il3oc]

Got to give it to him bc that would confuse me too as an opposition

[@PJ_ShortsOfficial]

It is very good, as it suits Harry Kane’s skilful play style. Wingers making runs is very bad for him as his passing is atrocious. Instead, it lets Kane dribble past the defence, flick it up, and do the bicycle kick. And like he said, it confuses the opposition.

[@LeventeZone]

"inject some life in the game at the 93rd minute".... Oh bless... Perfection, as usual (not Southgate, the satire)

[@-xirx-]

Im not even into football, and i get these jokes! 😂

[@1midnightfish]

Same! Ted Lasso helped

[@DJWHITE_]

I liked it when they passed the ball to each other with the power of a Bale free kick.

[@kanedNunable]

and the accuracy of stevie wonder.

[@browhat6935]

Emulated the wrong stevie 😔​@kanedNunable

[@mellowfellow14]

Love how SouthGOAT involves Pickford in *every* attack. No other manager has such an inclusive minset. MY HERO!!!

[@JT29501]

SouthGOAT, hahaha. If we manage to make it past Switzerland I'll definitely be using that.

[@mishynaofficial]

Ah yes, Pickford, my favourite 10

[@PJ_ShortsOfficial]

@@JT29501You have to start using it now.

[@Hiroakiarai88]

​@@JT29501 hey

[@scottwoods9958]

"I had so many counters on the left I unbalanced the table, sorry" is incredible

[@user-zr6ee6lb9m]

I like to confuse the opposition by playing a LB as RB, LW as LB and RB as CM. They dont know whether theyre coming or going. Then again neither do we

[@KiloOneThree]

“Tell them to pass sideways and backwards” 😂

[@RIGIBBONS]

England style since 1971. A true tradition.....

[@pendafen7405]

the Jordan Henderson credo

[@AIbrahim-bj6fi]

"So you can train it out of them" lol

[@AndresMagnone]

or else

[@andystrong9564]

You had me at "This is my masterclass" 😂

[@NotLostExploring]

I think you are giving Gareth too much credit for being able to put together advanced tiddlywinks tactics

[@glowing571]

I can't wait to see Southgate bring on a game changing substitution after the match has finished. I hear Kalvin Phillips might be ready for a comeback.

[@AdeptHavelock]

"confusing the opposition who expect you to be good occasionally" 😂 Literally just what I said to the wife at about 75 mins into last night's game...

[@stevephen]

Absolutely nailed the wide eyed look

[@mishynaofficial]

It's the tongue for me 😂

[@madwibble]

Train that out of them...😂

[@ashleyburns6752]

''We pass side to side because that really confuses the opposition who are expecting us to try and score''

[@matthewt.8785]

🤣🤣😭

[@bn5055]

And absolutely no passing while moving - if you're not standing still and having to make little semi-passing movements for 30 seconds while your teammates desperately try and get back into position for a nice safe backwards pass then you're skirting dangerously around the edges of entertaining football.

[@Loneman_OG]

And we certainly _don't_ want that! Entertaining football, what next the -Harlem- England Globetrotters?! 😠

[@StephenBain]

I read this in David Mitchell's voice.

[@4_qu]

Nvm this aged well

[@Kristoph-69-69]

I hope you all are paying attention to this genius

[@thewomble1509]

It's like watching a mash up of Rinus Michels, Fergie, Beckenbauer, Wenger and Mourinho.................................................

[@johan8969]

Listen and learn Pep. This is the coach who brought Middlesbrough to new heights

[@matlofot6076]

you know, I'm something of a connaisseur of this euro's funny content myself and this is by far the best bit I've seen for the whole tournament, just brilliantly written&acted XD

[@proffessorclueless]

It's so wonderful when great minds like this open themselves up so we can get little glimpses of the genius within.

[@generalpublic3744]

There was a time when England lost brilliantly. After all, we are a nation who are absolutely outstanding at coming second, in spectacular fashion, in any sport. It makes you proud to be British, whilst not appearing to show off. So what has happened?The England football team appears to be winning badly! That won't do at all. Best foot forward chaps and lose with breathtaking aplomb against Switzerland. Splendid!

[@henrietta1066]

Absolutely spot on. Put the proverbial ball in the ......😂

[@MythicMindScape21]

​@@henrietta1066People missed your irony just as you missed the point that England aren't winning. Two draws and two wins against dreadful opposition. Had they lost last night it would have been one of the most embarrassing losses in history your irony would be well placed if they beat Switzerland or any decent side. But the euros have changed their format so playing Slovakia getting two shots on target yes is cause for concern. And when are these glory days you speak of . Every last one of us expected England to reach the quarters and lose 2-0 or 2-1

[@steveknott5873]

Aren't Englands' women currently euro champions.?

[@sarahbarrett1247]

@@steveknott5873yes but they are too modest and self-deprecating to brag too much about it 😂

[@11hitmanDagenius]

Dude,you are spot on

[@davew4998]

Also trying to walk the ball into the opponent's goal because they always think you might have a shot at goal instead. After all, the days of Charlie George and Bobby Charlton when we had players who could actually score from more than 6 yards away are long gone.

[@Burt.Reynolds]

My GOAT manager Southgate has managed to reach the finals having an abysmal full of nobodies like Palmer, Bellingham, Kane, Watkins, Saka. You are the UNDISPUTED KING ! Ancelotti who? Mourinho who? 🗣

[@raoulduke8720]

Your face is incredibly symmetrical

[@SandraHolmes-ur3fm]

I truly believe that Southgate likes to keep the England fans on edge and when a player finally scores it is the ultimate surprise 😅. I don't enjoy football but with someone who does. It's watching the disappointment to utter disbelief that gets me.

[@battlep0t]

France, Portugal, Germany and Netherlands: "You got to the Euro 2024 final? YOU?" Southgate: "Sure! You've never been?"

[@Anonymoususer_8823]

Marvellous work. I’m glad that Gareth Southgate has been sacked and England men’s team shouldn’t have been in the World Cup.

[@jinjagohst]

Too true to be funny!

[@thereapersperch]

Every striker should remember: Before setting your sights on goal, think, "would it be be better to pass back to my own goalkeeper?"

[@mishynaofficial]

Changed a midfielder for a midfielder. Groundbreaking! My mind is blown. We are blessed to live in a time of such a genius coach, I bet no one expected this tactical manoeuvre.

[@BloodRider1914]

England is failing their way up to the final, wtf

[@daviddesa9200]

Is Guantanamo Bay still operating? They could play England v Slovenia on repeat until you get forced confessions. It’s the new waterboarding

[@obscurum6]

Football, it's not rocket science, of course if it was with Gareth Southgate at the helm they would have had to fake the moon landings. 😆

[@alenjtom]

You are an absolute genius! Had a proper laugh throughout the video !

[@nairbas392]

Absolute genius. My favourite Southgate masterclass tactic is playing multiple number 10s and all in the middle of the pitch. Also using Kane not only as a striker but as a CDM, Winger and CB is absolutely beautiful.

[@EasyEcoLifeWithKaren]

My best belly laugh this year. Thank you ,sir. Sir Michael. Not Sir Gareth 😂😂

[@niemrobiniemrobi8397]

Absolutely spot on 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽.. And if we don't change we will lose against a Spanish team that we easily have the talent to beat🤷🏾‍♂️💯🔥💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@lmor4203]

Half-time sprinkler just caused my brain to fold in two, and slap off itself like you'd expect of a slice of ham...

[@SanojBerg]

“Gareth Southgate, more conservative than the Tories.” - Moritz Volz, German TV commentator and former Fulham player, in the game against Slovakia

[@TheSouthForgets]

As a Dutchie, this sounds like a good tactical plan for the semi's! In Southgate we trust!

[@howardsternisbatman]

Safegate.

[@honeycheerios42]

got the mannerisms down

[@ClassicalRaritiesChannel]

Made my day

[@pierrerienier3214]

brutal

[@matthewjohnson6886]

😂 brilliant. He probably tells them to watch Brazil 1970 highlights and says don't do what they do because you'll lose 😂

[@MrMarcusIndia]

I like how none of his counters ever get past the halfway line whatever the formation is.

[@kennethdrewary1094]

We know his tactics. Pass back, if in doubt, pass back. If we need a goal, pass back. Useless.

[@daviddesa9200]

As an Aussie, I think Southgate just needs more time to bed down these no-tactics tactics. Another 4 major tournaments at least 😊

[@juliewake4585]

Thanks Michael. I think the only team that was confused in the last few days was the England team. Oh dear.

[@hikingsolo]

The thing about England is, they always try to walk it in.

[@simonlawrencesings]

All the Umm's were on point!

[@jeannielemesurier1414]

Saw this on twitter - I just think its brilliant and hilarious!

[@MaquiladoraIII]

Even got the famous Southgate tongue in - brilliant

[@CasualFace]

I put them all in the number 10 position so they get in each others way. Hahaha

[@carlcromwell8713]

Even though I am an American, I understand, and feel your pain

[@cosy1914]

Check out Darren Farleys Southgate impression. He is absolutely brilliant.

[@Chris_from_yealand]

This is going to go viral very quickly

[@glub1381]

I'll admit that I haven't followed England that closely, and of the games I have watched, I have not been impressed by England's style of play. However, I still don't understand the hate for Southgate when England has performed better than they have in the past half century under him. The man led England to a fourth place world cup finish, and two Euro finals in a row. Yeah it's disappointing that he didn't manage to actually win those tournaments, but given how absolutely pathetic England's previous performances in those tournaments have been it is shocking that people aren't kissing the ground Southgate walks on.

[@tornelysian]

Sorry, your eyebrows weren't furrowed enough 🤨

[@twostep919]

lol the board losing balance is absolutely brilliant

[@raxit1337]

Sounds about right

[@jamesmackay4529]

Funny, but you watch… England will win the final, Southgate knows exactly what he’s doing

[@Schmilingo]

The eyes and tongue is what got me! 😁

[@damranga7799]

Brilliant stuff. U forgot the Brilliant master stroke of getting premier league provern goal killers to watch on helpless until the 89th minute so they get totally desperate and run on and do their best. Get the most out of them.

[@obscurum6]

Brilliant. 😆

[@phnompenh86]

The aggressive eye blinking is a beautifully authentic touch

[@chelseafcfanisy]

Maybe its his plan to look bad on purpose and then play amazing to throw everyone off.

[@Kurgan618]

It's all fun and games until we're eliminated by the Swiss. Then it's rage.

[@FredericFreedom]

This is spot on 😂

[@philjones45]

Excellent. Gareth will be pleased.

[@hazrulizuan3558]

Man I don't think I can watch the coaches voice in the same way again 😂

[@PutSomeDsonThatBlink]

Turns out we really did need those pockets of space

[@demonicsquid7217]

"The lad's very good at finding a pocket of space to sit in, on the bench."

[@skunkpirates]

Imagine if Southgate did actually replace Ten Hag at Manchester United, Michael would have a field day! “It’s Man U, the biggest club in the world! Come one, it’s MANCHESTER UNITED”

[@Midtable1881]

Spicer for England gaffer!

[@steve10]

PMSL 😂😂 it sums up Southgate 100%

[@Adam-tn7yk]

Don't forget the long balls from Pickford

[@DavidBeddard]

See, he really needs to find those pockets of space.

[@nolikeygsomnipresence270]

I hope England players are watching this and loving it

[@danb1618]

Spicer for England manager

[@notlukebenson]

Need to dial down the charisma here Michael, it’s still too engaging

[@mezomoza7]

This video is legendary 😂 every single detail of it ❤

[@archivist17]

Tactical Mastermind!

[@Chernobyldogs]

He's playing the false first team

[@aamj0050]

Who’s here after 0-0 with the netherlands?

[@PJ_ShortsOfficial]

Lol.

[@tomatoisnotafruit5670]

I'm here after England 0 - 1 Netherlands

[@loudmouthdiaries5188]

Where is vest 😕 man

[@Jovocale]

…Just discovered you recently… (where have I been???) Hilarious comedian… You would do a fantastic double of Dominic West - even down to non verbals!! Even looking like a younger version of him. No doubt you will have heard that before!!

[@comealongcomealong4480]

😄 Clever comedy transcends most divides. I've never seen a second of Gareth Southgate in my life, and wouldn't know him if I sat next to 'im. I did recognise his name as the longtime (?) England Coach. And I gathered from this send-up that he's judged as unpredictable, erratic and maybe even incompetent in his role. However, just heard that England got through to the Semis after a winning penalty against Switzerland. Maybe the players are completely ignoring Gareth's commands!

[@IamTheStormThatIsApproaching1]

Nailed it. 😂

[@LaticsThru_n_thru]

Through to the semi finals... AGAIN. This is tournament football not the Prem. You have to play in a different way. Look at all the other teams who win tournaments they play like us. I love your videos Michael but this is a cheap shot at England's 2nd most successful manager EVER. This country needs to get behind the manager and the team and stop being so negative. Viva Gareth SouthGreat!

[@tonycooper4141]

Play like you're 3-0 up.

[@unclenogbad1509]

The tactics of 'boring'. They work, apparently. However, the Swiss, being the most boring country in Europe, may well be immune ti its effects. We shall soon see.

[@ChrispyNut]

Aww, no joke about being paid off by entertainment shows, to ensure there's zero entertainment value in watching England Football, so as not to threaten them??? Oh, I see, you're one of those who pays him off, so has to keep quiet. Well, Busted, Spicer!! 😜

[@lilOspiCB]

Is this soccer? If so I learned a lot.

[@Doctor-vn8es]

Race up to the attack. On either wing, or down the middle. Catch your opponents off guard, with only 2 or 3 defenders back. Then you do exactly what the opposing team least expects. Pause, slow the game right down, and slowly but surely get the ball safely all the way back to the England goalkeeper. Works every time.