Foden must do more than flicker to earn key World Cup role for England
Manchester City playmaker’s patchy international form is a source of frustration. Now is the time to step up
Phil Foden remains England’s enigma. The Manchester City attacker has often been inspired for his club and insipid for his country. He was the best offensive player in the Premier League last season, scoring 27 goals in all competitions, but he flattered to deceive during England’s baffling run to the final of Euro 2024.
A solitary dazzling performance in the semi-final victory over the Netherlands merely heightened the frustration. Playing as an inside-forward in Gareth Southgate’s rejigged 3-4-2-1, Foden was at his bewitching best. He drifted into pockets and ran at defenders, teasing them with his close control and sharp one-twos. He hit the woodwork with a wondrous shot from long range. He burrowed into the area, all quick feet and low centre of gravity, and had an effort hacked off the line. He was involved during one of England’s best moves during the second half, slipping a clever pass into Kyle Walker, who was marginally offside when he crossed for Bukayo Saka to sidefoot past Bart Verbruggen from close range.
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