Sven-Goran Eriksson delivers emotional final goodbye after devastating cancer diagnosis

Sven-Goran Eriksson has shared an emotional farewell message with the world as he nears the end of his battle with cancer.

Earlier this year, Eriksson, 76, revealed his diagnosis of pancreatic cancer, stating that he had, at most, 'a year to live.' Since then, the former England boss has embarked on a heartfelt farewell journey, visiting various football stadiums across Europe, including those of his former clubs, Lazio, Benfica, and Sampdoria, reports the Mirror.

In a poignant Amazon Prime documentary about his life, titled 'Sven', Eriksson bids an emotional goodbye to fans. "I had a good life, yes," an emotional Eriksson said.

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"I think we all are scared of the day when it's finished, when we die. But the life is about death as well. You have to learn to accept it, of what it is."

Continuing, he added: "Hopefully at the end, people will say, 'Yeah, he was a good man'. But everyone will not say that."

"I hope you will remember me as a positive guy trying to do everything he could do. Don't be sorry. Smile. Thank you for everything - coaches, players, the crowd. It's been fantastic. Take care of yourself, and take care of your life, and live it. Bye."

Eriksson made history in 2001 as England's first-ever foreign manager, a role he held for five years. During his tenure, he guided the team through three major tournaments - but he was unable to lead them to glory.

Despite overseeing a squad often referred to as the 'Golden Generation' - featuring stars like Wayne Rooney, David Beckham, Steven Gerrard, Frank Lampard, John Terry, Rio Ferdinand, and Ashley Cole.

Eriksson's personal life often made headlines during his time as