Unique Fan Creates Gareth Southgate Replica from Father Christmas Dummy

A dedicated football fan in Rugby, Warwickshire, Liam Clements, has captured attention with a unique creation – a Gareth Southgate replica made from a discarded Father Christmas dummy, showcasing his creative spirit amidst the Euro performances.

Clements, along with his family, salvaged the life-sized Father Christmas from a skip near his home, turning it into a symbol of support for the England manager despite mixed tournament results.

Passers-by have been stopping for selfies and drivers honking in appreciation of the quirky Southgate replica, which almost ended up in the bin on Sunday due to the team’s challenging Euro journey.

Gareth Southgate’s lookalike outside Clements’ house features an accompanying flag reading ‘Southgate you’re the one’, although the fan expressed critical views on the manager’s decisions during the competition.

While the Sunday match marked Southgate’s 100th game in charge, Clements hinted at the need for a more aggressive playing style and a different managerial approach moving forward.

The Southgate dummy, skillfully crafted by Clements’ parents during a casual gathering, remains a focal point outside his home, with uncertainty looming over England’s upcoming matches and their chances in the tournament.