Phil Foden was left out of England’s squad (Picture: Getty)Gareth Southgate says he decided not to risk Phil Foden for England’s final Group D match with the Czech Republic at Euro 2020 as another yellow card would have seen the Manchester City star suspended for the last 16. The Three Lions must beat the Czech Republic to progress through as Group D winners. ‘It’s a shame for Phil but I think it’s a sensible decision.’Aston Villa captain starts for the first time at the tournament (Picture: Getty)On Grealish’s first start at the tournament, Southgate said: ‘It’s one of those nights that’s a rarity in tournament football. ‘They’re of course hugely disappointed to miss the games and we just have to get on with it,’ he added. ‘Frankly, I don’t understand it at all because there are teams flying around, by coach, for hours and our two boys have been pinged.

Source: Metro June 22, 2021 18:24 UTC