Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden has been excluded from England’s World Cup squad, with PFA chief Maheta Molango citing the demanding football schedule as a major factor in Foden’s decline in performance. Despite winning the PFA player of the year award at the end of the 2023-24 season, Foden’s availability and form have been affected by injuries and a congested fixture list. Molango warned that players like Declan Rice and Virgil van Dijk may also face increased injury risks due to their heavy workloads, potentially turning the World Cup into a “survival of the fittest.” The situation highlights concerns over the impact of commercial interests on player well-being.
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