Overview
- Phil Foden scored twice in Manchester City's 4-1 Champions League win over Borussia Dortmund, boosting his case for an England recall.
- John Stones praised Foden's display and said the performance has created a difficult choice for Thomas Tuchel as he finalizes his squad.
- Foden was left out of the September and October internationals despite owning 45 caps and being the 2023–24 PFA Player of the Year.
- The November fixtures against Serbia and Albania are England’s final competitive matches before the World Cup, increasing the weight of selection calls.
- Stones, recently back from injury after admitting he once considered retirement, said he is also fighting to keep his place in the national team.