The Disillusionment of England's Golden Boys The surprise exclusion of Phil Foden and Cole Palmer from Gareth Southgate's World Cup squad has sent shockwaves through English football circles.
Their meteoric rise to prominence, which had been touted as a guarantee for the Three Lions' future, has stalled in recent months.
Foden and Palmer's exceptional skill and potential earned them regular spots in the England squad, with many predicting they would be mainstays for years to come.