Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe is happy for Sam Allardyce after he landed the England job.
Howe was strongly tipped as a contender to replace Roy Hodgson, who stepped down following the Three Lions' dismal showing at the European Championship.
He told the Daily Echo: “I think it is a good appointment for England and Sam will do a very good job. He has done very well wherever he has been.
“His teams are always competitive and hard to beat so if he could take that into the England job then I think we will do well in future tournaments.
“As an opposition manager, when you come up against Sam's teams, you know you are going to be in for a battle and nothing is going to be given to you.
“He prides himself on being well organised and tough to beat and we saw that at Sunderland last season. Before he came in, they were in a difficult position but he galvanised them and they picked up points from some tough games and he eventually led them to safety.
“When you look at the England position, it is a tough role for anyone to take but Sam has broad shoulders and I think he will take the responsibility and relish the challenge which lies ahead."