Marc Guehi is likely to miss England’s upcoming international fixtures due to a foot injury, as confirmed by his manager at Crystal Palace, Oliver Glasner. Guehi sustained the injury during a recent match against AZ Alkmaar in the UEFA Conference League, where Palace secured a 3-1 victory. This setback means the 25-year-old defender will not participate in the matches against Serbia and Albania scheduled for later this month.
In a statement to Sky Sports, Glasner detailed the incident, noting, “Marc was fouled in the last minute against Alkmaar. It was a knock on his foot, a bone bruise. He can’t even walk at the moment. The last two days he has been on crutches.” The manager further expressed uncertainty about Guehi’s recovery, adding, “At the moment it doesn’t look good. It looks like he can’t play for England as well.”
Guehi has been an essential player for both Crystal Palace and the England national team. He has participated in 18 matches for Palace this season and had been included in manager Thomas Tuchel’s squad for the World Cup qualifying games. The national team recently secured their place in next summer’s World Cup, scheduled to take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with a decisive 5-0 victory over Latvia on October 14, 2023.
England currently leads Group K, holding a commanding seven-point advantage over second-placed Albania, with two games remaining. The draw for the tournament’s group stage will take place in Washington D.C. on December 5, 2023. The absence of Guehi, a consistent presence in the squad under Tuchel, could have implications for England’s defensive strategy as they prepare for these crucial matches.
The national team will need to adapt quickly as they aim to solidify their position among the world’s elite in the upcoming World Cup. As Guehi’s situation evolves, fans and officials alike will be monitoring his recovery with keen interest.
