England Snub: City Captain Confirms Grealish’s Euro 2024 Downfall
Did Kyle Walker Throw His Teammate Under the Bus?
Jack Grealish’s dream of Euro 2024 glory went up in smoke, and his own captain, Kyle Walker, might have just fanned the flames. Manchester City’s skipper didn’t exactly offer a shoulder to cry on, instead delivering a “tough love” message that has tongues wagging.
Ouch! Manchester City captain Kyle Walker just delivered a low blow to teammate Jack Grealish, seemingly confirming the reason behind his shocking exclusion from the England Euro 2024 squad.
Remember that hefty price tag? Yeah, Grealish’s debut season at City has been a mixed bag. Injuries and fitness woes kept him glued to the bench, while young guns Phil Foden and Jeremy Doku exploded onto the scene. This lack of playing time ultimately sealed Grealish’s fate, leaving fans scratching their heads.
Now, with Walker as England’s vice-captain, all eyes were on him to defend his teammate. But in a surprising turn of events, Walker threw his support behind manager Gareth Southgate’s decision.
“Shocked? Not really,” Walker said to ITV Sport. “[Southgate] picked players who’ve been on fire all season. Jack himself would admit he could’ve done better.” Ouch again! Walker basically said Grealish didn’t deserve the spot based on his performance.
Walker went on to explain, “Selections are based on form, not just potential. You gotta earn your spot!” This blunt honesty, coming from City’s captain, adds another layer of sting to Grealish’s snub.
While Walker’s comments may not be shocking news, his position as leader makes them particularly telling. Grealish now faces a summer on the sidelines, with a crucial pre-season looming. Can he impress Pep Guardiola enough to reclaim his starting spot on the wing next season? Only time will tell, but the pressure is definitely on.
