Gareth Southgate has admitted that. He has discussed ideas with Manchester City manager Josep Guardiola about using Phil Foden differently. Both of them By the name of the Three Lions. He wants to be midfielder number 8 while the football club is sending out wingers.
Foden was used as a reserve midfielder in the Euro 2024 qualifiers. A 1-1 draw with Ukraine last weekend. Until the issue arose that Southgate might cause Pep’s dissatisfaction because at ‘The Blues’ Foden’s position is left forward.
The 53-year-old boss said the matter had been cleared up. Tell each other to respect each other’s work ideas and not interfere UFABET
Southgate said:
“He didn’t play as a midfielder at his club. It is enough to assume the reason. Honestly, it depends on the level of the game, right?’ Southgate said at a press conference before the friendly against Scotland (Sept. 12).
“In the middle of the field People keep talking about when we have football with us. But it’s actually more detailed when you’re not in control of the ball. Or where you’re pressing. Because if it can’t be done The game doesn’t flow smoothly.”
“As for the matter of using Foden to stand on the edge of the line. The reporter has to ask Pep, the best head coach in the world. Why does he use Foden at that point? He sees that it may be a matter of freedom in pulling the ball when he is a winger. That is important.”
“We are happy with Phil Foden.”
“He played in Euro 2020 in the semi-finals and had a great influence on the game. He’s also playing in the 2022 World Cup – just 23 years old but with incredible experience.”
“The child is building up. Learn to become the best player.”
Foden has been capped for the senior team in 26 matches, scoring 3 goals. And is likely to play in the starting XI at Hampden Park on Tuesday.