Lee Carsley has revealed that he did not formally apply to become the next England manager after Gareth Southgate’s resignation. The Football Association (FA) advertised for a new manager on July 19 with a closing date of August 2.

Lee Carsley urges England to get out of ‘comfort zone’ to end 60-year trophy wait - The interim manager has told England to try to be different as they look to take the next step in major tournaments

Lee Carsley came out fighting ahead of a defining game for his chances of becoming England boss. Carsley insisted that England can win major trophies but said they would be “naive” to carry on making the same mistakes.