Criticism from BBC pundits, including Gary Lineker and Micah Richards, towards Gareth Southgate's management during the European Championship did not influence Southgate's decision to resign as England manager. Lineker denied calling England 's***' and expressed that it was time for 'someone else' to take over. Former England defenders Rio Ferdinand and Micah Richards faced backlash for their critiques of Southgate's tactics and team selection post the Euro 2024 final defeat by Spain. Martin O'Neill criticized Ferdinand and Richards for their 'vapid' comments, highlighting their lack of managerial experience and urging for more credit towards Southgate's decision-making process.