- Manchester City forward says manager changed mood in squad
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Raheem Sterling has hailed Gareth Southgate for transforming the culture and atmosphere within the England squad but insisted their journey won’t be complete unless it ends with a major tournament victory.
Speaking as part of his appearance as guest editor on Radio 4’s Today programme, Sterling admitted that the players had felt “scarred” by their performances at Euro 2016, where they were defeated by the last 16 by Iceland, and felt a huge weight on their shoulders until Southgate helped the team come together.
