JAMES MADDISON’s girlfriend was proud as punch after her beau was confirmed in England World’s Cup squad.
The Leicester ace was one of six midfielders named in Gareth Southgate’s 26-man squad for Qatar 2022.
Maddison has yet to publicly react to the news, but his girlfriend Kennedy Alexa beamed with joy on her Instagram page.
The 28-year-old reshared the official squad announcement to her Instagram story with a beaming message of support for her other half.
Model Kennedy wrote underneath the post: “I could not be more proud.
“You deserve it my love. Crying happy tears.”
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Maddison’s stunning partner is expected to make the trip to Qatar along with the rest of the Wags of England to cheer them on to glory in the Middle East.
Maddison and Kennedy are believed to have begun dating one another sometime in 2020.
The pair, who are no strangers to displays of public affection, share a child together – 15-month-old Leo.
Maddison, 25, played his way onto the plane to Qatar with a stellar 2022 for Brendan Rodgers’ Foxes.
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The former Norwich man has scored 17 goals in provided ten assists this year.
Rodgers said of his inclusion in Southgate’s squad: “He was delighted.
“He had a missed call from Gareth just before we went out to training. I said to him to go into my office to make the call privately.
“He obviously spoke to Gareth and came out with all the joy of the world so it was great for him.
“It’s wonderful news for James and his family and everyone here in Leicester.
“I’m delighted for Gareth from a coaching perspective to have that talent available at a great tournament.
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“His level of consistency work ethic and talent over these last few years has swung that decision.
“He’s a fantastic player, one of the best in the Premier League. I’m really really delighted for him.”
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
