England reach knockout stages of Euro 2024, finishing top of Group C after 0-0 draw with Slovenia.
Southgate says negative “reaction” to performances “creating an unusual environment” which is “causing an issue” for players.
England captain Harry Kane, agreed in a interview with Anthony Gordon that the side is missing something, but believes there were some positive signs of progression.
“It was a difficult night but I think it was our best performance out of the three.
“We had more energy, we pressed better, counter pressed better, did better with the ball. We just lacked a big of magic in the final third but that will come.
Another clean sheet which we will need if we are to go far in the tournament.
“We enjoy it and move on.”
England and Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon echoed the sentiments of many fans when he said the players “can do so much better”.
He added: “We have got such good players, training is so good every day, we do everything right and then it’s just not clicking. Hopefully in the coming days it will because we really need to start attacking teams and dominating games.”
England defender John Stones said “Super pleased to top the group, it is what we came here to do in the first phase of the tournament.
“I am super proud of the team for getting another clean sheet which is always important in tournament football.
“We know we have got to improve and do better. I think tonight was a good step towards that.There was a lot of emotions and pressure on the game but we handled that really well.
“We wanted the three points of course, but to top the group shouldn’t be underestimated.”
England’s last-16 opponents will be confirmed on Wednesday evening .
Four more matches on Wednesday to decide Groups E and F.
Here’s today’s line up;
Group E
Slovakia v Romania
Belgium v Ukraine
NB: Both matches kick off at 17:00 BST
Group F
Georgia v Portugal
Czech Republic v Turkey
