Emotional David Beckham says final goodbye to Sven-Goran Eriksson alongside manager’s family & friends at funeral

EMOTIONAL David Beckham said goodbye to Sven-Goran Eriksson today along with family and friends of the former England manager at his funeral today.

Sven’s dad – also called Sven, his children Johan and Lina and partner Yaniseth Alcides attended a tearful service at Fryksande Church in Sven’s hometown of Torsby, Sweden.

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Sven’s partner Yaniseth Alcides hugs David Beckham Credit: Alamy

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Beckham touches Sven’s coffin at the estate museum after the church service Credit: Rex

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Sven’s former longtime lover Nancy Dell’Olio says her final goodbye Credits: Rex

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Sven’s coffin was taken away after the funeral serviceCredit: AFP

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Beckham appeared to become emotional after leaving the service along with other mourners Credit: Doug Seeburg/News Group Newspapers Ltd

Sven’s former long-term lover Nancy Dell’Olio, who reconciled with him after his fatal diagnosis, was filmed wiping her eyes in tears.

She and Beckham – who captained the Three Lions when Sven was in charge from 2001 to 2006 – shared a hug upon arriving at the church.

Close friend Bengt Berg told the crowd: “You were both very ordinary and very unique – that’s why you were so loved.”

Liverpool FC anthem You’ll Never Walk Alone and Jungle Book song Bare Necessities were played by a local brass band as mourners lined the streets after the service.

Funeral guests gathered in the nearby outdoor hall at the Kollsberg Farm Museum for “moments of joy” with music and poetry celebrating Sven’s life.

Beckham and Dell’Olio were among those seen touching the coffin there.

On August 26, Sven succumbed to pancreatic cancer.

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Beckham wipes his eye during the service Credit: Rex

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Yaniseth Alcides says his final goodbye Credits: Rex

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Sven’s partner Yaniseth Alcides, father Sven Eriksson Sr. and daughter Lina Eriksson Credit: Rex

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Beckham and Dell’Olio hugged when they arrived Credit: Rex

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Sven’s partner Yaniseth arrives at the church Credits: Rex

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Sven’s daughter Lina, son Johan and father Sven gather by his coffinCredit: Rex

• Crowds gathered outside to watch the day’s events

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• Honor day

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• An emotional tribute from England

  England paid a heartfelt tribute to Sven-Göran Eriksson ahead of their win over Finland on Tuesday, sharing an emotional video on social media.

  The tribute highlighted Eriksson’s best moments during his five years as England manager, including the memorable 5-1 win over Germany in 2001, where Michael Owen scored a hat-trick.

  

• Roy Hodgson and David Beckham among those present

  

• Nancy Dell’Olio bursts into tears

  Nancy Dell’Olio, Sven-Göran Eriksson’s ex, became emotional during the funeral, saying: “Part of my life is gone forever.”

  

• Eriksson cakes sold at the Wienerkonditoriet cafe in Torsby

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• Roy Hodgson with former England coach Tord Grip

  Roy Hodgson first managed Sven-Göran Eriksson’s native Sweden from 1976 to 1979, and later managed the Swedish national team from 1992 to 1995.

  Hodgson is considered a legendary figure in Swedish football, credited with transforming the game during his time there.

  He later followed in Sven’s footsteps and was England coach from 2012 to 2016.

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• Daughter Lina Eriksson smiles in the reflection

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• A crowd gathers to say goodbye

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• Former England assistant manager consoles Yaniseth Alcides

  Tord Grip was Sven-Göran Eriksson’s right-hand man at Lazio and followed him during his tenures with England and Manchester City.

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• Sven-Göran Eriksson: 1948-2024

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• Beckham offers a shoulder to cry on

  David Beckham was seen offering support to both Yaniseth Alcides and Nancy Dell’Olio during the day.

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• Hodgson pays respect

  Former England manager Roy Hodgson also paid tribute to former Arsenal owner David Dein.

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• Former Swedish midfielder pays tribute

  Håkan Mild, a former Swedish professional footballer known as a central midfielder for Sven’s former team IFK Göteborg, paid tribute to him with a heartfelt gesture.

  Mild bowed and placed his hand over his heart as he paid his respects to the casket.

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• Yaniseth Alcides and David Beckham hug

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• Mourners pay their respects

  Family and friends lined up to pay their last respects, with around 600 black-clad mourners attending the funeral in Sweden.

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• Looking back on Eriksson’s footballing legacy

  Sven-Göran Eriksson’s brilliant career was marked by significant achievements across continents.

  His achievements include leading IFK Gothenburg to a prestigious Swedish Cup win and guiding Lazio to the Italian Super Cup.

  He later managed England from 2001 to 2006, notably orchestrating a 5-1 triumph over Germany.

  Sven-Göran Eriksson and David Beckham during their time together as England manager. Credit: ReutersSven-Göran Eriksson is lifted by IFK Gothenburg players in celebration after winning the Swedish Cup final.

  Sven-Göran Eriksson celebrates with Portuguese player-turned-coach Sergio Conceição after Lazio’s victory in the Italian Super Cup

• Nancy Dell’Olio Says Goodbye to “Love of Her Life”

  Nancy Dell’Olio says an emotional goodbye to the “love of her life”.

  She dated Eriksson for ten years before they divorced in 2007.

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  Nancy appeared on Good Morning Britain just two weeks ago, where she revealed her last conversation with Sven.

  She said: “I just said he tried to say he was fine on the phone because most of the time he didn’t answer or he was in treatment.

  “I never thought he would die.

  “I always believed that a miracle would happen.

  “I’m sorry.”

• Beckham says his last goodbye

  David Beckham gently lays his hand on the coffin, sincerely saying goodbye to his friend and former boss.

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• Live performance by Oscar Magnusson

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• The closing ceremony was beautifully staged

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• Eriksson’s last dream

  “You’ll Never Walk Alone” was performed by a brass band as mourners followed the casket in procession.

  The song was a particularly poignant choice for Eriksson, a long-time Liverpool fan.

  In March, Sven fulfilled his dream of managing an Anfield club, coaching a team of Liverpool legends including Steven Gerrard, John Barnes and Ian Rush.

  That game would mark the last chapter of Sven’s legendary coaching career.

  

• A close friend pays tribute to ‘Svennis

  By Nick Parker

  Close friend Bengt Berg told the crowd: “He remained Svennis from Torsby from a small town on the edge of the Swedish map.”

  Bengt added of his friend: “You were both very ordinary and very unique – that’s why you were so loved.”

  And he urged the mourners to follow the mantra of the man who throughout Sweden is simply called “Svennis”: “Live in your heart now and enjoy every day as if it were your last.”

• Sven’s relatives follow the funeral procession

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• Eriksson’s funeral procession filled with music

  By Nick Parker

  Sven’s white hearse drove up to the nearby community hall followed by hundreds of mourners as locals lined the streets.

  One of the first times a local brass band played as the 700m column set off was his beloved Liverpool anthem You’ll Never Walk Alone.

  But – at the football boss’ request – cheerier tunes brightened the gray autumn day, including Jungle Book favorite ‘Bare Necessities’.

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