Southgate safe 'for the next few tournaments' - even if England lose World Cup matches

England manager Gareth Southgate has been told his job is safe even if the Three Lions lose all their group matches at next summer's World Cup.

Southgate took up the reins on a permanent basis 12 months ago on a four-year contract and oversaw a successful qualification for the 2018 showpiece event, where England will face Belgium, Tunisia and Panama in the group stage.