He does know the players and system though. England didn't concede at all during their u21 win last year as an added bonus. I'd consider him to be the FA's safe bet, even though he's a Brummie.
True but then that runs the risk of diminishing returns like we suffered towards the end of the Alf Ramsey era, which as we all know ended with failure to qualify for the 1974 World Cup.
Yeah Southgate actually nailed the substitutions today and did them in a timely manner. He's actually learned how to use them and that's gonna be crucial in the final cos we'll need the changes to be just right as the game progresses.
Only way Kane doesn't start is if he himself tells Gareth he can't start because of his back, which has apparently been causing him problems and may be why his mobility has been so appalling.