Euro 2016: Fans react as under-performing Roy Hodgson steps down as England’s head-coach [Best Tweets]

After another competition-run ended in disappointment for the Three Lions, Roy Hodgson decided it was time to part ways with the national squad.

The jinx that the English face in international tournaments struck again, as they bowed out rather unceremoniously to underdogs Iceland. Wayne Rooney’s early penalty strike gave the Three Lions just the start they needed, but instead of putting the game to bed, they ended up conceding two goals in the span of 15 minutes.

Roy Hodgson was a dejected figure on the touchline, and his facial expressions often narrated the sorry tale. It seemed that the former Liverpool boss was out of options, as he threw in Jamie Vardy and Marcus Rashford, giving the side a total of four strikers on the field. The imbalance was evident as his side failed to create telling chances in the closing minutes of the game. Rashford’s presence gave England some zest down the left flank, but it was too late.

In the post-match press conference, Hodgson shocked the journalists in the room with his decision to step down. He read out of a pre-prepared statement (via UEFA) that said:
“I am extremely disappointed about tonight’s result and ultimately our exit from the competition. We haven’t progressed as far as I’d thought we were capable of and ultimately it is not acceptable. I am proud of the work my coaching staff and I have achieved during our time at the helm of England, the transition from a squad whose average age was 30 to now being the youngest in the tournament is remarkable and exciting for the future of English football.”

“I’d have loved to stay on for another two years. However, I am pragmatic and know we are in the results business. My contract was always up after the Euros so now is the time for someone else to oversee the progress of this young, hungry and extremely talented group. They have been fantastic and have done everything that has been asked of them,” he added.

“When I arrived, I was told players didn’t turn up to play for their country or pulled out at the last minute but I’ve not seen any of that. These players love to play for their country and their commitment has been unquestioned.”

MARSEILLE, FRANCE - JUNE 10: In this handout image provided by UEFA, England manager Roy Hodgson answers questions from the media during the England Press Conference on June 10, 2016 in Marseille, France. (Photo by Handout/UEFA via Getty Images)
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The footballing world wasn’t a forgiving bunch. Here’s how the drama unfolded on Twitter:

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