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Published on 2024-07-09 17:00:00
Multiple Manchester City players are participating in the 2024 European Championship, with five of the 14 selected players reaching the semi-final stage. This guarantees at least one City player in the final. Stuart Pearce, a former City manager, shared his thoughts on Phil Foden’s performance in the tournament, noting that players often struggle to replicate their club form for their national teams due to the different demands and expectations.
Foden, who scored 27 goals for City last season, has yet to provide a goal or assist for England at the Euros. Despite starting all five games, Darren Bent described him as “ineffective.” Foden has been playing in a different position for England compared to his club role, which could be impacting his performance. Pearce emphasized that this challenge is not unique to Foden, as many players struggle to perform at the same level for their country as they do for their clubs.
Pearce suggested that the demands of international football, with fewer games and a longer season, make it difficult for players to consistently replicate their club form. Foden’s struggles with England highlight the challenges many players face when transitioning from club to country. Pearce’s assessment sheds light on the performance gap that can exist between club and international football.
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