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Tributes have been pouring in this afternoon following the death of former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson.

The 76-year-old had been diagnosed with terminal pancreatic cancer.

If you're just tuning in, our live blog has been looking back on his time with England, his wider football career, and featured warm words from the likes of Prince William and David Beckham.

Here's a quick catch-up:

• Sven Goran Eriksson's family said he passed away at home surrounded by his loved ones following a long illness;
• He revealed his diagnosis in January and told fans he only had a year to live;
• In a touching final message, Eriksson thanked the coaches, players, and crowds for helping him enjoy a "fantastic" life and career;
• David Beckham, who was named England captain by Eriksson, shared an emotional tribute describing him as "a true gentleman";
• Other former England stars to honour Eriksson included Wayne Rooney, Gary Lineker, and Michael Owen;
• The Prince of Wales said he was "always struck by his charisma and passion for the game" whenever they met;
• England will pay tribute to their old boss at their next home match at Wembley next month.

For more tributes and a look back at his life and career - including from our sports correspondent Rob Harris - scroll back through the blog or tap the key points above.

Thanks for joining us and have a good evening.

Elite football clubs across Europe have paid tribute to Sven-Goran Eriksson.

He has been described as "one of the greatest Swedish football leaders" and one who "gave a lot to this world".

Here are just some of the teams who have written farewells.

You gave a lot to this world, and you will be missed. 

Bye, Mr Eriksson. 

AC Milan

We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson.

The thoughts and condolences of everyone at the club are with Sven's friends and family at this difficult time.

Tottenham Hotspur

FC Bayern stands united with the entire football family in mourning at the side of the family, relatives and friends of Sven-Goran Eriksson. Rest in peace!

Bayern Munich

It is always an honour to face coaches of this calibre. Futebol Clube do Porto sends its deepest condolences to the family and friends of Sven-Goran Eriksson.

FC Porto

We will remember Sven-Goran Eriksson as one of the greatest Swedish football leaders. Rest in peace.

Malmo FF

Everyone at Everton send our condolences to the family and friends of former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson following his passing at the age of 76.

Rest in peace, Sven.

Everton

Italian lawyer Nancy Dell'Olio has paid tribute to her ex-partner of nine years.

The 63-year-old said she would "always hold onto those cherished memories" and extended her "deepest condolences" to Eriksson's family.

"Though our relationship had its ups and downs, I choose to remember the good times we shared and the moments that brought joy to our lives."

She continued: "When you love someone, that love never truly fades. Rest in peace, Sven. You will be missed."

Dell'Olio and Eriksson were in a relationship between 1998 and 2007.

Frank Lampard has followed David Beckham in paying tribute to Eriksson.

Posting on Instagram, he said he was "incredibly sad to hear of Sven's passing".

"He was an absolute gentleman and was always there for you on and off the pitch," said Lampard.

"I will always be grateful to him for the trust and support he gave me in my England career. 

"Thanks Sven for all you did for me. My thoughts are with your loved ones at this difficult time."

David Beckham, who was named England captain by Eriksson, has described his old boss as a "true gentleman".

Posting on Instagram, Beckham said: "We laughed, we cried & we knew we were saying goodbye... Sven thank you for always being the person you have always been, passionate, caring, calm & a true gentleman... 

"I will be forever grateful for you making me your captain but I will forever hold these last memories of this day with you and your family... 

"Thank you Sven and in your last words to me: 'It will be ok'."

Sven-Goran Eriksson told his fans to "not be sorry, smile" in a touching message ahead of his passing.

In an Amazon Prime documentary, Eriksson said: "I hope you will remember me as a positive guy trying to do everything he could do.

"Don't be sorry, smile. Thank you for everything, coaches, players, the crowds, it's been fantastic. 

"Take care of yourself and take care of your life. And live it. Bye."

Cancer diagnosis was a 'shock'

Eriksson had pancreatic cancer and at the beginning of 2024 revealed he only had a year to live "at best".

Opening up about his diagnosis in the film 'Sven', he suggests his ashes be scattered in the Swedish Fryken lakes, near where he was born, Sunne, and where he grew up, Torsby.

"It was a shock. It's one of those which will not go away, but you can slow them down, hopefully," he said.

"I have no pain, but I know it's there. One day, it will take you.

"Before that, I live, instead of sitting down thinking about what and when it will happen."

The president of FIFA has described Eriksson as a "great innovator and a true ambassador of our beautiful game".

Gianni Infantino noted his record of winning titles in three different European countries - Sweden, Italy, and Portugal - and an international career spanning four continents.

Not only did he lead England, but also Mexico, the Philippines, and the Ivory Coast.

Mr Infantino added: "As a football person, he always led with enthusiasm and with a smile. 

"On behalf of FIFA and our global community, I send my condolences to Sven-Goran鈥檚 family and friends at this difficult time. RIP."

Wayne Rooney, who was handed his England debut as a teenager under Eriksson, has hailed him as "a very special man" and thanked him "for the memories and all your help and advice".

"Rest in peace, Sven," the ex-Manchester United and Everton striker tweeted, alongside a picture of himself and his former manager.

"A special man. Thanks for the memories and all your help and advice.

"Thoughts and prayers with all his family and friends."

Gary Lineker has paid tribute to Eriksson, praising him as "a genuinely lovely guy".

The former England striker led the BBC's coverage of major tournaments during Eriksson's tenure as Three Lions boss.

"RIP Sven," he said in a post on Instagram.

He also shared a quote from the former manager, taken from a recent Amazon Prime documentary about him.

"I hope you will remember be as a positive guy trying to do everything he could do. Don't be sorry, smile."

England captain Harry Kane has paid tribute to Eriksson.

"I didn't have the privilege of playing under Sven but I know how well liked and respected he was by those who played under him as England manager," he said in an Instagram post.

"My thoughts are with his family and friends at this time."