Phillips out of England squad in concern ahead of World Cup

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Published September 20, 2022 3:30 AM

By STEVE DOUGLAS
AP Sports Writer

England midfielder Kalvin Phillips has withdrawn from the national team squad because of a shoulder injury in a concern for coach Gareth Southgate ahead of the World Cup. Phillips was replaced by central midfielder Jordan Henderson. England is playing Nations League games against Italy and Germany over the next week. Phillips was a regular in England’s team in its run to the European Championship final last year. He sustained a dislocated shoulder in training last week and might need an operation that potentially puts at risk his place in England’s World Cup squad. He has endured a frustrating time since leaving Leeds to join Manchester City during the offseason.

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