Phil Foden Departure from Euro 2024 Camp: Family First

Phil Foden, England midfielder, has left the Three Lions’ Euro 2024 camp in Germany to return to the UK for the birth of his third child. The Football Association has announced that the 24-year-old Manchester City player must attend to a “pressing family matter.” It is expected that Foden will rejoin the squad by Sunday, ensuring his availability for England’s crucial last-16 match against Slovakia at 17:00 BST. The team eagerly awaits his return as they strive to progress in Euro 2024 under the management of Gareth Southgate.

In April, Phil Foden and his partner Rebecca Cooke shared the news of expecting their third child on Instagram. The couple already has two children: their five-year-old son Ronnie and their two-year-old daughter True. Foden, who has earned 37 caps for his country, started in all three of England’s group stage matches in the ongoing tournament, including their recent draw with Slovenia. Under Gareth Southgate’s management, England secured the top spot in Group C with five points from three matches.

The upcoming last-16 clash, scheduled for Gelsenkirchen, awaits confirmation of their opponents after the conclusion of Wednesday’s final group stage matches. The anticipation grows as England prepares to face their next challenge in the knockout phase of Euro 2024, with the goal of advancing further in the tournament under Gareth Southgate’s leadership.