Foden leaves England Euro 2024 camp due to pressing family matter

Phil Foden has left the England squad to fly back home 'temporarily' due to a pressing family matter, an FA spokesperson confirmed.

The Manchester City star played 89 minutes in the Three Lions' final Group C fixture against Slovenia on Tuesday night.

Foden has started in all three of Gareth Southgate's side's group games, featuring in England's win over Serbia and 1-1 draw with Denmark.

After confirming top spot in Cologne, the Three Lions' last-16 match will take place this Sunday at the Arena AufSchalke in Gelsenkirchen, with their opponents to be confirmed after Wednesday's final group games.

Phil Foden has temporarily left the England camp, the FA has confirmed. We hope all is well back at home. pic.twitter.com/Veq1DtVJFo

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