Lee Carsley addresses Pep Guardiola on Jack Grealish's England withdrawal and Manchester City fitness assessment

Jack Grealish withdrew from the England squad for upcoming Nations League matches after being deemed unfit by Manchester City. England interim manager Lee Carsley responded to Pep Guardiola's criticism, stating that Grealish was assessed and sent home after arriving. Carsley defended the communication between the Football Association and City, calling it "brilliant." He emphasized that medical teams regularly update each other about player fitness, ensuring clarity in the assessment process. Despite losing several key players, including Grealish, Carsley remains optimistic. He noted that November is typically challenging for player availability but sees it as an opportunity for others to step up in the upcoming matches.