Stones praises Foden's performance for England national team
John Stones, a defender for Manchester City and the England national team, praised his teammate Phil Foden's performance on the field. He highlighted Foden's impressive football knowledge and described his playing style as "terrifyingly strong." Despite many fans and experts wanting to see Foden in the starting lineup, coach Gareth Southgate has given him limited opportunities, with Foden only starting one match in the group stage. Foden is now hoping to secure a starting position in the upcoming quarter-final against Senegal.
"Man Siti" and England national team defender John Stones shared his thoughts on the performance of his teammate Phil Foden. The experienced defender particularly recognized the 22-year-old player's skill and movements on the pitch. Goal.com reports on this.
Stones noted that Foden possesses a vast knowledge of football for his age. The defender described Phil's composure on the field and his style of play as "frighteningly strong."
According to him, the England national team and "Man Siti" are very fortunate to have such a talent.
Although many experts and fans want to see Foden in the starting lineup, Gareth Southgate has been giving him fewer opportunities so far. Having started in only one of the three group stage matches, Phil managed to score a goal in the clash against Wales.
Foden is now hoping to secure a place in the starting lineup for the Round of 16 match against Senegal on Sunday. Stones, on the other hand, has played in the center of defense alongside Harry Maguire in all matches since the start of the tournament.
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