This really is news that England didn’t need, it’s confirmed now that Mason Mount and Ben Chilwell have to isolate after being in close contact with their Chelsea teammate Billy Gilmour who has tested positive for Covid 19. The two could miss England’s last 16 game, news that Gareth Southgate didn’t want especially when Mason Mount is one of the guaranteed starters in the England team.
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We can confirm that @BenChilwell and @masonmount_10 must isolate up to and including Monday 28 June. This decision has been taken in consultation with Public Health England.
— England (@England) June 22, 2021
England take on the Czech Republic this evening in their final game in Group D, If England win they will face either Germany or France not the best result for topping the group… Still if you want to win the tournament you have to beat them all anyhow.