Eriksson's first game in charge was the 3-0 victory against Spain at Villa Park in a friendly international on 28 February 2001. Four subsequent wins in consecutive games ensured that Eriksson achieved the most successful start of any England coach.

Admired and respected by fellow managers, players and fans, Eriksson is known for his astute tactical awareness and his calm, reassuring style.

Under Eriksson, England qualified for the World Cup in one of the most dramatic campaigns in the Three Lions' history. Having reached the quarter-finals in the Far East, Sven's men then qualified for Euro 2004 without losing a game.

They went on to the quarter-finals of the European Championship, but eventually lost out to hosts Portugal on penalties after an epic encounter in Lisbon.

Qualifying for the World Cup Finals in Germany got under way with a 2-2 draw in Austria, followed by victory in Poland. England won their next five qualifiers before losing in Belfast to Northern Ireland.

Qualification was assured by victory over Austria at Old Trafford and England rounded off 2005 with an amazing 3-2 friendly win over Argentina.

England's second World Cup journey under Sven ended with a heart-breaking defeat on penalties in the quarter-finals after a 0-0 draw.

Prior to the tournament, on Monday 23 January 2006 it was announced that Sven would be leaving his role as England Head Coach after the World Cup.

Sven was born in Torsby on 5 February 1948

Sven's Coaching CV

1976: Degerfors (Assistant Coach)

1977-78: Degerfors (Coach)

1979-82: IFK Gothenburg
Swedish Cup Winners 1979
Swedish League Champions 1981
Swedish League Champions 1982
UEFA Cup Winners 1982

1982-84: SL Benfica
Portuguese League Champions 1983
Portuguese League Champions 1984
Portuguese Cup Winners 1983

1984-87: AS Roma
Italian Cup Winners 1986

1987-89: AC Fiorentina

1989-92: SL Benfica
Portuguese League Champions 1991

1992-97: Sampdoria UC 
Italian Cup Winners 1994

1997-2000: SS Lazio
Italian Cup Winners 1998
Italian Super Cup Winners 1998
UEFA Cup Winners' Cup Winners 1999
UEFA Super Cup Winners 1999
Italian League Champions 2000

Record with England

 

P

W

D

L

F

A

Total matches

67

40

17

10

128

61

All Competitive

38

26

9

3

69

26

All Friendlies

29

14

8

7

59

35

             

Total Home

30

20

6

4

68

25

All Home Competitive

12

10

2

0

25

7

All Home Friendlies

18

10

4

4

43

18

             

Total Away*

21

11

6

4

32

21

All Away Competitive

12

9

2

1

22

8

All Away Friendlies

9

2

4

3

10

13

*excludes World Cup Finals and European Championship Finals matches (played at neutral venues).

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Stats are correct up to and including England v Portugal, 01 July 2006.

Sven video vault

28 February 2006
VIDEO: Sven press conference

Sven tells the waiting journalists about Steven Gerrard's fitness and his aims for the World Cup.
12 January 2006
Sven-Goran Eriksson Exclusive

The England Head Coach speaks exclusively to TheFA.com as he celebrates five years since his appointment.
12 November 2005
Sven-Goran Eriksson Exclusive

The England Head Coach speaks exclusively to TheFA.com after the sensational win over Argentina in Geneva.

12 October 2005
Sven-Goran Eriksson post-match

England Head Coach Sven-Goran Eriksson was pleased with his team's 2-1 victory over Poland at Old Trafford.

8 October 2005
Exclusive Interview: Sven-Goran Eriksson

England's Head Coach tells TheFA.com of his delight at England's qualification for World Cup 2006.

7 October 2005
Press Conference: Sven-Goran Eriksson

Sven talks to the press ahead of England's Group Six World Cup Qualifier at home to Austria.
3 September 2005
TheFA.com Interview: Sven-Goran Eriksson

In an exclusive interview with TheFA.com, Sven looks back on the game and analyses the new formation.

2 September 2005
Sven-Goran Eriksson Press Conference

Sven looks forward to England's vital World Cup Qualifier against Wales, and reveals that Steven Gerrard is available for selection.

28 May 2005
Sven-Goran Eriksson: Post-Match Exclusive

The England Head Coach speaks to TheFA.com after seeing his side beat the USA 2-1 in Chicago.

12 May 2005
Sven-Goran Eriksson Exclusive

Sven believes the England tour to the United States will help the squad gel ahead of next year's World Cup Finals.

31 March 2005
Sven happy with Azerbaijan victory

England Head Coach Sven-Goran Eriksson was full of praise for his side after they swept Azerbaijan aside.

15 March 2005
Sven and Lawrie: Face to face

Sven and Northern Ireland manager Lawrie Sanchez meet the press ahead of the World Cup qualification clash.

04 March 2005
Sven on Shaun

Sven-Goran Eriksson says that losing Shaun Wright-Phillips for this month's double header is a cruel blow.

09 February 2005
Sven satisfied

Sven-Goran Eriksson was happy with England's performance after their 0-0 draw with Holland.

01 January 2005
Sven's New Year - Part III

Sven looks at the prospects of Shaun Wright-Phillips and Stewart Downing for the coming year.

31 December 2004
Sven's year - Part II

Sven reviews the highs and lows of 2004, with Wayne Rooney's performances for both club and country still impressing.

25 December 2004
Sven's year - Part I

Sven tells us what he'll be doing over the festive period, and looks back at memories of Christmas past.

21 October 2004
Exclusive: Sven on the defence

Sven-Goran Eriksson has piled praise on England's miserly defence after two clean sheets in this month's qualification double-header.

21 October 2004
Sven exclusive

Sven Goran Eriksson speaks exclusively to TheFA.com about England's emerging prospects, and Stewart Downing in particular.

10 October 2004
Exclusive: Sven speaks to TheFA.com

Sven Goran Eriksson spoke to TheFA.com to talk about the victory over Wales and looked ahead to the trip to Azerbaijan.

3 October 2004      
Sven - Rooney set to play

England boss Sven-Goran Eriksson tells TheFA.com he's ready to play the Manchester United prodigy against Wales.

2 October 2004      
Sven looks forward

England's Head Coach analyses the strengths of the Welsh side and tells us why he's looking forward to the game so much.

29 August 2004
Sven's all set
England Head Coach Sven-Goran Eriksson is confident of getting two wins from the two forthcoming World Cup qualifiers.
24 August 2004
Sven Exclusive
In the build-up to the crucial World Cup Qualifiers, Sven has revealed his pleasure in the emergence of England's young prospects.
18 August 2004      
Sven leaves door open

Sven has revealed that he'll continue to leave the door open for Paul Scholes should he decide to come out of international retirement.

16 August 2004      
Sven awaiting Ukraine

Sven looks forward to the challenge Ukraine will pose when England face them in the friendly at St. James Park on 18 August.

14 August 2004      
Sven backs Owen move
Sven believes Michael Owen will relish the challenge of his move from Liverpool to Real Madrid.
24 June 2004      
Sven-Göran Eriksson Exclusive
Sven recalls the disappointment of England's World Cup quarter-final exit, and says he is determined there will be no repeat performance
23 June 2004      
Sven's ready for Portugal
Sven-Goran Eriksson says that his team must be compact against Portugal as they begin their preparations for the quarter-final tie with the hosts.
21 June 2004
Sven on Croatia
England Head Coach Sven-Göran Eriksson looks ahead to tonight's crucial Group B match with Croatia.
20 June 2004
Sven-Göran Eriksson Exclusive
England Head Coach Sven-Göran Eriksson says he is enjoying Euro 2004 and picks Pavel Nedved as one player who has caugfht his attention.
09 June 2004
Sven Exclusive: Terry Fitness Update
John Terry will have until Friday to prove his fitness ahead of England's first game in Portugal. England Head Coach Sven Goran Eriksson gives TheFA.com an exclusive update.