England suffer injury blow as John Stones goes off against Germany
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England and Manchester City sustain injuries as John Stones are forced out in the first half of the Three Lions clash against Germany with an apparent hamstring problem
- John Stones started England’s game against Germany on Monday evening
- However, he did not make it to the rest because he was injured
- It turned out to be a hamstring problem and he was replaced by Kyle Walker
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England suffered an injury in the first half of their Nations League clash with Germany when John Stones was forced out with an apparent hamstring problem.
Stones started a counter-attack for Gareth Southgate’s side by making an interception on the edge of his own penalty area and then looked to get onto the pitch but quickly pulled up holding the back of his leg.
He was looked after by the England medical team but was unable to continue in the match as he stumbled in the 37th minute to be replaced by Kyle Walker.
John Stones was injured in the first half against Germany with an obvious hamstring problem
Stones had to leave to be replaced by Kyle Walker after his injury at Wembley
The 28-year-old looked understandably distraught as he came off the field after his lone international break appearance was cut short. He was banned on Friday for England’s defeat to Italy after being sent off against Hungary in June.
Stones have become a crucial part of Gareth Southgate’s squad in recent years, starring in the last two major tournaments for the Three Lions.
He has established himself in the starting XI and is expected to play a big part in the World Cup later this year if he is fit.
Harry Maguire appeared concerned for Stones as England centre-back was treated
With this in mind, Southgate hopes Stones’ setback is just a minor setback and won’t jeopardize his spot on the plane to Qatar, as the tournament is less than two months away.
Manchester City will also be sweating the news of Stones’ injury following his early substitution at Wembley.
The defender has made seven appearances for Pep Guardiola’s side this season and has proven his versatility by replacing Kyle Walker as a right-back several times.
He also provided two assists in the Premier League, plus a stunning Champions League goal against Borussia Dortmund to prove he can be a threat in both boxes.