Sane’s father li s lid on departure

– There was speculation ahead of the weekend as to just why Manchester City striker Leroy Sane had suddenly quit the German squad and the answer is: to rush to his girlfriend’s side for the birth of their daughter.

The winger, who missed out on World Cup selection and who has been criticised by senior members of the German squad, met with coach Joachim Loew on Friday and then sparked a Twitter avalanche when he quit the squad.

Loew said Sane had withdrawn from preparations for their game with Peru “for private reasons”.

German daily Bild reported on Saturday that Sane’s partner Candice Brook had given birth late on Friday, with reaction from Sane’s father.

“My grandaughter was born on Friday, we’re very happy, her name is Rio Stella,” Souleyman Sane told Bild.