Ben White Sparks Controversy with England Absence Amidst Warm-Weather Getaway

Milly, the wife of Arsenal star Ben White, shared a photo of them playing Uno on the beach while England faced a 1-0 defeat against Brazil at Wembley. White sparked controversy by requesting not to be considered for England’s friendlies against Brazil and Belgium. It seems he opted for a warm-weather break with his wife amid England’s ongoing preparations.

Reports suggest White’s absence from the national team stems from a rift with assistant coach Steve Holland during the World Cup camp in Qatar. Holland allegedly questioned White’s football interest, causing tension. White, who has admitted to not being a football fan in his youth, reportedly faced criticism for his lack of knowledge about the game.

Southgate has denied any issues between Holland and White but White’s decision to withdraw from selection remains. While White enjoyed his break, England struggled against Brazil, highlighting the challenges they face ahead of the European Championship this summer.