Moffett has been scathing in his criticism

Moffett announced his resignation on Wednesday and will step down from his post in March.

The decision came as a surprise to many, but Moffett is disappointed at the refusal of many British sporting organisations to adopt new, progressive methods.

"British sport is very bureaucratic and confusing. There are too many governing bodies and committees," Moffett told The Guardian.

"There needs to be a collective will to change the structure of sport in this country, but I have not seen much evidence of people wanting to change.

Sport England chief quits

"There is an arrogant view in British sport that they have a God-given right to win. They are big on participation but not on results.

"When was the last time England won any World Cup in football, cricket or rugby?

"There's a reality that needs to be addressed, but I don't see any moves to address that."

In contrast, Moffett believes his re-organisation of Sport England will be completed by the time he vacates his position.

Many sports are still run in an amateurish way and there is a huge need for modernisation David Moffett

He said: "Sport England will be more efficient and more focused at funding programmes at the local level.

"At the moment 43% of our staff are in the regions but they have access to only 7% of the budget. By April, 70% of staff will be in the regions with access to 80% of the budget.

"It was clear Sport England had to change and that is something I have overseen.

"We have gone through a major modernisation programme and we have to convince the government that funds should be channelled through us."

And Moffett fired a warning that unless others follow suit, English sport faces a bleak future.

"Many sports are still run in an amateurish way and there is a huge need for modernisation.

"Unless this happens, this country will never have any meaningful success."