Delph played the full 90 minutes of England's final World Cup group game against Belgium
Wednesday 4 July 2018 16:10, UK
England midfielder Fabian Delph is on his way back to Russia after becoming a father for the third time.
Delph, who returned home from the World Cup in Russia to be with his expectant wife Natalie, has revealed in an Instagram post that she gave birth to a girl on Wednesday morning.
The Manchester City player, who posted a picture of himself on an aeroplane, wrote: "I've just experienced the most amazing 24 hours.
"Watching my brothers come through a tough game both mentally and physically, I kicked every ball and felt every bit of emotion with the players, staff and fans.
"At 07:52, me, my wife and 2 beautiful daughters welcomed there [sic] baby sister into the world. I can't put into words the happiness and gratitude I'm feeling... Back to Russia now #TunnelVision."
Delph, 28, will now rejoin the rest of the squad ahead of Saturday's quarter-final against Sweden.
