Foden is hoping to taste glory with England this evening (Picture: Getty)

Phil Foden is starting for England tonight in the Euro 2024 final as the Three Lions look to win the European Championships for the first time in their history.

The Manchester City star has underwhelmed at times in Germany, with the Premier League player of the season struggling to recreate his club form for the national side, at times.

However, Foden was close to something near his best in the win vs Netherlands in the semi-finals and he will be imperative to England’s chances of coming away from Berlin with the trophy.

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And fans will have noticed that Foden has the number 47 tattooed on his neck, but why"
Why does Phil Foden wear number 47 and why does he have a tattoo"

Foden wears the number 47 shirt for Manchester City as a tribute to his late grandfather, Ronnie, with his tattoo seemingly a further blessing to his grandfather.

47 is a number of sentimental value to Foden (Picture: Getty)

Foden’s grandad passed away when he was just 47, with his shirt number a touching tribute from his grandson.

Ronnie, like Foden, was a huge Manchester City fan and he would surely be delighted with the way his grandson has excelled in his beloved City sky blue.

The midfielder has worn the 47 shirt since he made his debut back in 2017.

Foden was given the opportunity to change his number wh...