English attacking midfielder Phil Foden has just left his national team gathering in Germany. Is his Euro over?
Through a press release, the English federation has just announced that Phil Foden had temporarily left the Three Lions gathering at EURO 2024.
The Manchester City attacking midfielder was flown home due to what the FA described as an “urgent family matter”. No further details have been released regarding this sudden absence. But the English tabloids believe they know the real reason. His companion is expecting a happy event. He should be a father for the third time.
Foden under fire
Foden featured in all three group matches for Gareth Southgate’s side,
including Tuesday’s against Slovenia. While he was coming off a great season with the Sky Blues, he didn’t really show himself to his advantage. There was no decisive move to his credit, which earned him harsh criticism from journalists across the Channel.
The Three Lions will know the identity of their round of 16 opponents at the end of the group stage on Wednesday evening. This should be a third of the group. In the event of qualification, Southgate’s men will challenge the winner of the Switzerland – Italy match.
