England midfielder Phil Foden will rejoin the squad in Germany on Thursday after traveling home for the birth of his third child.
Family First
- The 24-year-old temporarily left the England camp due to a “pressing family matter,” confirmed by the Football Association on Wednesday.
- Foden, a key player with 37 caps, has started all three group stage matches for England at Euro 2024.
Back in Training Soon
- Despite missing training, Foden is expected to be back for a session on Friday.
- England will face Slovakia in the knockout stage on Sunday, and Foden’s presence is anticipated.
Successful Group Stage
- Under manager Gareth Southgate, England finished top of Group C with five points from three games.
Family Update
- Foden and his partner, Rebecca Cooke, announced the news of their third child on Instagram in April.
- The couple already have a son, Ronnie (5), and a daughter, True (2).
