The 24-year-old midfielder has been fielded in all of England’s starting lineups at Euro 2024.
ADVERTISEMENTThe FA has said Phil Foden has “temporarily” left England’s Euro 2024 camp and returned to the UK for a “pressing family matter”.
England’s football governing body did not elaborate further on the reason for the midfielder’s departure, however football journalist Fabrizio Romano says Foden has left to attend his third child’s birth, adding he’s expected to return to Germany on Sunday.
The Manchester City player has been employed in all of England’s starting line-ups at Euro 2024 so far, including Tuesday’s 0-0 draw with Slovenia.
England advanced to the round of 16 and play their next match on Sunday, with their opponents to be known later on Wednesday night, following the end of the group stage.
The Three Lions earned the top spot in Group C, however, fans have criticised Gareth Southgate’s team performances and goal shortage in the tournament.
Following the second consecutive draw, they threw plastic cups in the direction of the coach as he went towards the stands to greet them after the final whistle.
“I understand it. I’m not going to back away from it”, said the manager about the criticism, adding however that it is “creating an unusual environment to operate in. I’ve not seen any team qualify and receive similar.”