Who Will Lead England To Qatar 2022
England's Squad Woes Before Qatar
England manager Gareth Southgate is facing a striker crisis ahead of the World Cup and Ollie Watkins is in line to make his debut. Harry Kane is a major doubt for the tournament in Qatar after picking up an injury and Callum Wilson is also facing a race against time to be fit
With just two months to go until the World Cup, Southgate is sweating over the fitness of his key players. Kane is England's captain and talisman, and his absence would be a huge blow. Watkins has been in impressive form for Aston Villa this season, and he could be given a chance to shine on the international stage.
Other England Squad Dilemmas
Southgate also has a number of other decisions to make about his squad. Chelsea defender Reece James is another player who is facing a race against time to be fit for the World Cup. James has been in excellent form for Chelsea this season, and he would be a big loss to the England team.
Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden is another player who is hoping to make the England squad. Foden has been in impressive form for City this season, and he would be a valuable addition to the England team. However, there is a lot of competition for places in midfield, and it is not certain that Foden will be included in the final squad.
How Has Southgate Reacted?
Southgate has said that he will not rush any of his injured players back into action. He wants to make sure that they are fully fit and ready to play before he selects them for the England squad.
Southgate has also said that he is open to selecting new players for the England squad. He has been impressed by the form of Watkins and Foden this season, and he could give them a chance to shine on the international stage.
Conclusion
England manager Gareth Southgate is facing a number of tough decisions ahead of the World Cup. He has a number of key players who are facing injury problems, and he needs to decide who to select for his squad. Southgate is likely to give some new players a chance to shine, and he will be hoping that they can help England to success in Qatar.
Here are some of the key questions that Southgate will need to answer before the World Cup:
- Who will replace Harry Kane if he is injured?
- Will Reece James be fit enough to play in the World Cup?
- Will Phil Foden be included in the England squad?
- Who will be England's captain at the World Cup?
