Kalvin Phillips has revealed that the England staffs will make sure the players stay grounded heading into the World Cup knockout stages.
England will face Senegal on Sunday in the knock out stage of the World cup and Phillips has explained when asked if it is difficult to remain calm at this stage.
The Manchester City midfielder stated that: “It’s hard sometimes but we have a good group, good coaching staff, good managers who will always keep us grounded – especially Steve Holland.
“We won’t get too high about it, we’ll be happy about the result but we’re just going to rest up and focus on the next one.
“After a win like this against a team like Wales, everyone’s going to be over the moon but it’s just important for us to keep our heads down, keep working hard and focus on the next game.”
Phillips came on as a substitute in England’s 3-0 victory over Wales on Tuesday.
The Manchester City star also spoke about Jude Bellingham: “I knew a few years ago that Jude would be a major part of this England team, with the way he’s performed not just for England but for Borussia Dortmund.
“He’s an amazing talent, he’s one of those kids that doesn’t say too much but just goes out on the training pitch and is only going to become a better and better player.
“We have got an amazing strength in depth and I think obviously with the players that we’ve got there are times when you miss out and not play as much.
“But when you’ve got people like Jack (Grealish) coming off the bench and getting those chances and Marcus who can play anywhere across the front three we’ve just got a lot of options.
“There are so many people to pick out who have talent. We see it as a positive for England.”
