TalkSPORT pundit claims what Pep Guardiola would tell Gareth Southgate to do with Phil Foden 

Redaction Simon Brett with James Thompson
Published on 2024-07-04 19:30:00

Pep Guardiola is known for his skills in coaching top-level players, having managed clubs like Manchester City, Bayern Munich, and Barcelona. With many of his current City players participating in international tournaments, there is speculation on how Guardiola would advise national team coaches on utilizing his players effectively. Pundits like Darren Bent suggest that Guardiola’s advice would be valuable, but note that managing in international tournaments is different from club football.

Bent speculates on how Guardiola would advise England manager Gareth Southgate on using Phil Foden, who has been deployed in a left-wing role rather than his preferred central attacking-midfielder position. Foden’s success in the middle for City indicates that Southgate may need to reconsider his tactics to get the best out of the talented player. Bent points out the challenge Southgate faces in accommodating both Foden and Jude Bellingham in similar roles, suggesting that a formation change may be necessary.

The discussion highlights the dilemma faced by Southgate in utilizing players like Foden effectively in the England team during international tournaments. Guardiola’s expertise in coaching may provide valuable insights for Southgate, but ultimately, the manager will need to make decisions based on what is best for the team’s performance. The focus remains on finding the right balance and formation to maximize the potential of players like Foden in the national team setup.

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