Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is reaping the benefits of taking a patient approach with the absolutely sensational Phil Foden, according to Stuart Pearce.
Foden has long been tipped for stardom with boyhood club City, having been part of the England squad that won the Under-17 World Cup four years ago.
However, he has had to bide his time to get opportunities under Guardiola, making just 12 Premier League starts prior to this season.
His lack of minutes led to speculation over possible loan moves to get regular football, yet the talented playmaker has instead remained at the Etihad Stadium to continue his development.
This season, however, Foden has become a key figure. The 20-year-old has scored 14 goals and provided 10 assists to help City enjo…
Mauricio Pochettino has officially been appointed as the United States new head coach following the departure of Gregg Berhalter.
Berhalter was fired after overseeing a miserable home campaign at the Copa America, where a shock defeat to Panama sent the USA crashing out in the group stage.
Pochettino was quickly reported to be a surprise contender for the role, having left Chelsea following a single season in charge.
The Argentine – who previously enjoyed a successful five-year spell in charge of Tottenham, leading them to the 2018-19 Champions League final – oversaw a sixth-placed Premier League finish in his only campaign at Stamford Bridge.
He has now agreed to lead the USA into a home World Cup in 2026, as they prepare to co-host the tournament al…
Former Manchester United defender Gary Neville reckons Harry Kane is playing with injections to keep him on the pitch for England at Euro 2024.
are into the semi-finals of Euro 2024 despite not playing anywhere near their potential with Gareth Southgate getting criticised for his team selection and tactics.
Kane has scored two goals in five European Championship matches and in the Three Lions semi-final clash on Wednesday evening.
There are concerns over Kane s fitness and form for England but Neville thinks it s a waste of time to even consider whether Southgate will play him against Ronald Koeman s side.
: We can talk about Harry Kane but it’s a waste of time. We know full well it’s just words.
Gareth is never going to leave him out. I�…