Former England boss Sven-Goran Eriksson has ‘about a year’ to live due to cancer

Sven-Goran Eriksson has been told he has around a year left to live. Pic: Martin Rickett, PA

Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson revealed he has been diagnosed with terminal cancer and in a “best case” scenario has around a year left to live.

Eriksson, who managed England for five years before leaving after the 2006 World Cup, stood down from his most recent role as sporting director at Swedish club Karlstad 11 months ago due to health issues.