The England national team has expressed its condolences following the death of Sven-Göran Eriksson

The press service of the England national team has expressed its condolences following the death of former national team manager Sven-Göran Eriksson.

«We are deeply saddened to hear that Sven-Göran Eriksson, who managed the Three Lions from 2001 to 2006, has passed away at the age of 76. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time. Rest in peace, Sven. You will be greatly missed,» read the statement from the England team press service.

The coach passed away today, August 26, at the age of 76. In January, Eriksson disclosed that he was in the terminal stages of pancreatic cancer.