'Bukayo was excellent in our first two matches and Phil deserves an opportunity': Gareth Southgate reveals why he started Saka and Foden ahead of Marcus Rashford in win over Senegal - as England boss says he has 'an embarrassment of riches' in attack

Daily Mail | December 5, 2022

England boss Gareth Southgate has revealed the reasons behind Marcus Rashford's omission from the starting line-up that faced Senegal last night.

The Manchester United forward started the game on the bench - before coming on as a second-half substitute - as England recorded a 3-0 win to book a quarter-final match against France.

Many expected the 25-year-old to be involved from the off after his brace against Wales, but Southgate has now explained his decision to leave Rashford out.

Marcus Rashford started England's round of 16 tie against Senegal from the bench on Sunday

Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate (2R) has explained the reason for Rashford's omission

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