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Ronald Araujo Says Phil Foden Is Fine, Defends Wembley Challenge

His reassurance eases fears over the Manchester City playmaker’s fitness.

Overview

  • The heavy challenge on Phil Foden in Friday's 1-1 friendly at Wembley drew fury from England manager Thomas Tuchel and calls for a red card from commentators.
  • Match officials, including VAR, left Ronald Araujo on the field, and no retrospective sanction has been reported.
  • Araujo said he went for the ball with no malice and confirmed he spoke to Foden after the game, adding the midfielder said he was fine.
  • Foden continued briefly before being substituted, and multiple reports indicate he avoided a serious setback.
  • England confirmed eight players left the camp with fitness concerns ahead of Tuesday’s game against Japan, reducing options for the next friendly.