England manager Gareth Southgate celebrates winning the penalty shoot-out against Switzerland and reaching the Euro 2024 semi-finals on Saturday. (James Baylis – AMA/Getty Images)

England manager Gareth Southgate said he had earned the right to celebrate his side’s progression to the Euro 2024 semi-finals on Saturday after receiving a barrage of criticism throughout the tournament for perceived negative tactics.

The Three Lions needed penalties to get the better of Switzerland in Duesseldorf after the sides were level at 1-1 after 120 minutes.

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