Raheem Sterling returned to the UK after armed break-in at his home
Gareth Southgate on whether Raheem Sterling will return for England’s quarter-final against France: “I really don’t know, it’s a situation he needs time to deal with, I don’t want to put any pressure on him.”
Raheem Sterling is heading back to the UK from England’s World Cup camp after armed intruders broke into his home while his family were inside.
Sterling missed England’s 3-0 win over Senegal in the last 16 after being ruled out of the team due to a “family matter” shortly before kick-off, having started two of the Three Lions’ three games at the World Cup so far.
It is understood Sterling wanted to get home as soon as he was alerted to the break-in, having been very shaken and concerned for the wellbeing of his children.
Manager Gareth Southgate confirmed Sterling is heading back to the UK but it is understood the player could return to Qatar if the circumstances are right.