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Who is he? England football manager.

Who is he?England football manager.

Why is he in the news?

It was revealed that he had an affair with a Football Association secretary, Faria Alam, before she then slept with its chief executive. Once again his private life is in the news, but this time it may threaten his job.

Most appealing characteristic

He won't discuss his private life in public.

Least appealing characteristic

A bit more public emotion wouldn't kill him.

Most likely to say

"Take a memo, Ms Alam. Dinner. Seven o'clock. My place."

Least likely to say

"Football is my only mistress."

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