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Published on 2024-03-27 09:30:00
Gareth Southgate has expressed his discontent with having to manage John Stones’ injuries, stating that he does not like sending players back to their clubs if they are not fully fit. After England’s draw against Belgium, Southgate defended his decision to start Stones but acknowledged the risk of injury.
Despite Southgate’s explanation, some argue that starting Stones in a friendly when other options were available was a questionable decision, especially considering Stones’ history of injuries compared to other players mentioned by Southgate. While other injury-prone players like Nathan Ake have started international matches, Ake has been more durable this season with more starts in the Premier League.
The extent of Stones’ latest injury is still unknown, but Southgate’s reluctance to risk player injuries highlights the challenges faced by managers in balancing player fitness and match readiness. The England boss’s decision to start Stones in a friendly game continues to be a topic of debate among fans and analysts.
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