Rub paws of offended Phil Foden lookalike cat to make England win Euro 2024 remaining
Fans have found the purr-fect way to help England make history – by rubbing the paws of Phil Foden’s lucky lookalike cat.
The moody moggy went viral after supporters said it’s face resembled the Manchester City midfielder’s when Gareth Southgate benched him at the start of the Three Lions’ 2022 World Cup campaign.
After film director Glenn Kitson – who regularly uploads funny celebrity lookalikes on social media – pointed out the similarity between Foden and the feline the footballer suddenly won back his place in the team and helped England reach the quarter-finals.
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Now fans hope Phil’s pussy could be the current squad’s lucky omen too in Sunday’s Euro 2024 final against Spain. One said: “We know black cats are supposed to be lucky but there is something very special about this one moggy. It looks like Phil when things are going wrong.
“If we use the collective positive thoughts of fans everywhere maybe we can bring about a change of luck for Phil and England. Rub the paws! Rub the paws!’’
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Glenn introduced the puss to the world when he posted a snap during the last tournament with the joke caption: “Phil Foden is an English professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Premier League club Manchester City and the England national team. He is considered one of the best young players in the world.’’
His 137k Instagram followers cracked up at the gag. Actor Jonny Lee Miller replied: “Are you f****** kidding me.” Comedian Josh Widdicombe declared: “Your greatest ever.”
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And another comedy star Alex Brooker wrote: “Hahahahaha this is brilliant.” One follower joked: “Felines on the shirt.” Another wrote: “Plays left wing for Manchester Kitty”
While a third renamed the World Cup “Catar 2022”. Phil, 24, looked like he had smashed a mirror before Wednesday’s semi against Holland after having a shot cleared off the line and hitting the post before he was subbed.
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Ollie Watkins came off the bench to nab a 90th minute winner to leave the Lions 90 minutes from winning the European Championship for the first time and securing the men’s team’s first major trophy since the 1966 World Cup.
Supporters hope petting the puss will bring Phil a personal change of fortune in front of goal and help the team make history.
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