Manchester United captain and part of the selection, Harry Maguire is not unanimous across the Channel, but Gareth Southgate defends his player.
England manager Gareth Southgate has backed Harry Maguire to overcome his downturn, while hinting the centre-back’s situation was complicated ahead of the World Cup in Qatar.
The 29-year-old, who sat on the sidelines in the 2-1 friendly win over Switzerland on Saturday, has faced heavy criticism this season, raising questions over his future as a holder in the England team before the World Cup.
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Since his debut with the Three Lions on October 8, 2017, the Manchester United player has had 41 caps, only missing a few games for England. “He is more than capable of playing for us at the highest level. Manchester United are in a difficult moment» Tempers Gareth Southgate.
«This does not mean that players can be mediocre for two years and be accepted. It also depends on the competition for these positions. It’s complicated…we need the best possible players. Maguire was very good in the fall and he helped take us to the semi-finals of the World Cup and the final of the Euros“says the coach. After a narrow victory against Switzerland (2-1) last Friday, Harry Kane’s teammates face Ivory Coast this Tuesday evening (8:45 p.m.).
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