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Daniel Murphy

Gareth Southgate addresses Man City star Phil Foden's lack of playing time for England at World Cup

Gareth Southgate has assured Phil Foden that he still has a big part to play for England in the World Cup.

The Three Lions manager came in for criticism from pundits and supporters following his side's drab goalless draw with the United States on Friday night, especially because he didn't bring Phil Foden on when England were lacking an attacking spark.

Foden is yet to start in the World Cup and has only seen 19 minutes of action so far after his late cameo in the opening 6-2 mauling of Iran. Many have questioned why a player of the Manchester City star's technical qualities hasn't played more in the tournament but Southgate has said he still has an important role to play.

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