Ward-Prowse replaces Phillips in England squad for World Cup qualifiers

England has called up midfielder James Ward-Prowse for this month's World Cup qualifiers after Kalvin Phillips withdrew due to injury, the country's football association said on Tuesday.

Published : Oct 05, 2021 19:42 IST

James Ward-Prowse has replaced Kalvin Phillips in England squad for World Cup qualifiers
James Ward-Prowse has replaced Kalvin Phillips in England squad for World Cup qualifiers
lightbox-info

James Ward-Prowse has replaced Kalvin Phillips in England squad for World Cup qualifiers

England has called up midfielder James Ward-Prowse for this month's World Cup qualifiers after Kalvin Phillips withdrew due to injury, the country's football association said on Tuesday.

Southampton captain Ward-Prowse, 26, was named in manager Gareth Southgate's provisional England squad for the European Championship but missed the final cut.

 

Leeds United midfielder Phillips, who played all seven games in England's run to the final at Euro 2020, was ruled out after being assessed by medical staff after their Premier League win over Watford at the weekend.

Striker Tammy Abraham and defender Ben Chilwell were called up by Southgate on Monday after Reece James pulled out due to injury.

England, top of Group I with 16 points from six games, face Andorra away on Saturday before playing Hungary at Wembley Stadium three days later.

Sign in to unlock all user benefits
  • Get notified on top games and events
  • Save stories to read later
  • Access to comment on every story
  • Sign up / manage to our newsletters with a single click
  • Get notified by email for early bird access to discounts & offers to our products
Sign in

Comments

Comments have to be in English, and in full sentences. They cannot be abusive or personal. Please abide to our community guidelines for posting your comment