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England football boasts abundant talent, inevitably leading to some notable omissions each time a major tournament squad is announced. For instance, established national team regulars like Sterling have been left out for over a year. With the European Championship approaching, it's no surprise that many stars have missed out this time, some of which have been unexpected.
In the latest England Euro squad, Sterling unsurprisingly continues to be omitted, while other key players like Harry Kane, Saka, Bellingham, Foden, and Rice have made the cut. However, there have been a few unexpected exclusions that have sparked discussions, particularly those of Maddison, Maguire, and Grealish.
Maddison's omission is the least debated among the three. Despite his strong start last season, his performance upon returning from injury failed to replicate his initial brilliance. Additionally, the emergence of young talents like Palmer in the same position contributed to Maddison's exclusion.
Maguire's exclusion, on the other hand, was unexpected. However, he promptly announced his withdrawal due to injury following the squad announcement, an unfortunate but unavoidable circumstance.
The most controversial exclusion is undoubtedly Grealish's. Many did not anticipate his omission from the squad. Despite his inconsistent playing time last season due to injury and less impressive stats, Grealish possesses qualities lacking in the team. Moreover, his form hasn't declined significantly. Considering the team's need for diversity, Southgate's decision to leave him out has surprised many, with even key midfielder Rice expressing sadness over Grealish's exclusion. |
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