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Lithuania boss sensationally quits after England defeat

Igoris Pankratjevas wasted no time in ending his spell as Lithuania's coach following a Euro 2016 qualifying defeat to England.

Lithuania coach Igoris Pankratjevas sensationally resigned after watching his side lose 3-0 at home to England on Monday.

According to reports, the 51-year-old walked into his post-match news conference and announced his resignation before immediately leaving the room.

Pankratjevas initially took charge after predecessor Csaba Laszlo quit the role in September 2013, before assuming the reins on a permanent basis at the beginning of last year.

And, although Lithuania ended its Euro 2016 qualifying campaign level on points with fourth-placed Estonia in Group E, Pankratjevas has decided to make his exit.