Prince William has paid tribute to Gareth Southgate after the former England manager announced his resignation.

The Prince of Wales thanked Southgate for showing “humility, compassion, and true leadership under the most intense pressure and scrutiny” during his time leading the England team.

In a statement on X, Prince William described Southgate as an “all-round class act,” adding: “You should be incredibly proud of what you’ve achieved.”

Southgate announced his resignation after England lost against Spain in the Euro 2024 final on Sunday.