Have a look at the cause of death and net worth of Sven Goran Eriksson
Know more about Sven-Göran Eriksson, the former England manager, who passed away at the age of 76 after battling with cancer.
For the unversed, last year, Eriksson had revealed his struggle with terminal cancer after collapsing during a run.
Ex-England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson cause of death, bio, age, family, wife, children and net worth
In a conversation with P1 radio station, Sven-Göran Eriksson said, “Everyone understands that I have an illness that is not good. Everyone guesses it’s cancer, and it is. But I have to fight as long as I can.”
Sven-Goran Eriksson’s death came after being diagnosed with incurable pancreatic cancer less than a year ago.
About Sven-Göran Eriksson
Born on February 5, 1948, in Sunne, Värmland, Sweden, Eriksson, affectionately nicknamed “Svennis,” became one of Sweden’s most recognized football figures.
His father, Sven, was a bus conductor, and his mother, Ulla, worked in a textile store. He later published his autobiography, “My Story,” in November 2013.
We are deeply saddened that Sven-Göran Eriksson, who managed the #ThreeLions from 2001 to 2006, has passed away aged 76.
Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time.
Rest in peace, Sven. You will be greatly missed ❤️ pic.twitter.com/aLtqWAG8K4
— England (@England) August 26, 2024
In 2016, Eriksson caught himself in an controversy after he announced his plans to take legal action against Mazher Mahmood, claiming that a 2006 story in the ‘News of the World,’ had cost him his job as England coach.
Wife & Children
Eriksson’s romantic relationships were often fodder for tabloids, especially during his peak as a manager. Before achieving fame, he married Ann-Christine Pettersson in 1977, and they had two children before divorcing in 1994.
Three years before becoming England’s manager, Nancy Dell’Olio entered his life. However, his move to London led to a notorious affair with TV host and model Ulrika Jonsson in early 2002.
Nancy initially dismissed the rumors, asserting that they were “more united” than ever. However, the tension between the two women played out publicly, with Ulrika accusing Eriksson of deception.
Net Worth
Best known for managing teams like Roma, Manchester City, and Mexico, Eriksson became a household name when he took charge of the England national team, earning widespread recognition in the football world.
Throughout his career, he amassed significant wealth. Eriksson served as England’s manager from 2001 to 2006 and later took on roles, including a lucrative £15 million contract in China with Shanghai.
During his time in England, he lived with ex-partner Nancy Dell’Olio in a four-bedroom house in Park Village East, North London, which was sold for £4,350,000 in 2003.
In his later years, Eriksson is believed to have resided in a luxurious lakeside mansion in Sweden. At the time of his death, his net worth was estimated to be around $35 million.
Sven-Göran Eriksson is survived by his daughter Lina, son Johan with his wife Amana and granddaughter Sky, his father Sven, girlfriend Yanisette with her son Alcides, and his brother Lars-Erik along with his wife Jumnong.
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