Man City star Kevin De Bruyne predicts Phil Foden will become a central midfielder
2 years, 5 months ago

Man City star Kevin De Bruyne predicts Phil Foden will become a central midfielder

Daily Mail  

Kevin De Bruyne has predicted that Phil Foden will ultimately end up as a central midfielder after the Manchester City man destroyed rivals United. Phil Foden scored a brilliant hat-trick as Manchester City thrashed rivals United 6-3 on Sunday Foden has been thriving in a wide attacking position but Kevin De Bruyne predicts a switch But City's Belgian star De Bruyne believes Foden will at some point return to the central midfield role he played when he first broke into the first team. Belgian star De Bruyne believes Foden will ultimately be converted back to central midfield Foden scores City's sixth goal to complete his hat-trick as they destroyed Man United 'I think he will end up playing centrally in my opinion. Erling Haaland has scored successive hat-tricks in City's last three home games Foden has now scored five Premier League goals and one in the Champions League this season after Raheem Sterling's departure for Chelsea over the summer opened up more opportunities out wide.

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Pep Guardiola signals the end of Kevin De Bruyne's Man City career as he admits star, 33, was not injured when he left him on the bench at Real Madrid - and thanks him for 'what he's done'
1 month ago

Pep Guardiola signals the end of Kevin De Bruyne's Man City career as he admits star, 33, was not injured when he left him on the bench at Real Madrid - and thanks him for 'what he's done'

Daily Mail  

Pep Guardiola has admitted that his decision to leave Kevin De Bruyne on the bench throughout Manchester City's 3-1 defeat at Real Madrid on Wednesday night was not a consequence of an injury. De Bruyne was an unused sub at the Bernabeu, where a Kylian Mbappe hat-trick fired Madrid to a 6-3 victory on aggregate and dumped City out of …

Man City is back, says Guardiola after Ipswich rout
2 months ago

Man City is back, says Guardiola after Ipswich rout

China Daily  

Manchester City's Norwegian striker Erling Haaland and English midfielder Phil Foden celebrate after the English Premier League football match between Ipswich Town and Manchester City at Portman Road in Ipswich, eastern England on Jan 19, 2025. IPSWICH, England — Pep Guardiola claimed Manchester City is back to its best after Phil Foden starred in a 6-0 rout of struggling Ipswich …

Man City is back, says Guardiola after Ipswich rout
2 months ago

Man City is back, says Guardiola after Ipswich rout

China Daily  

Manchester City's Norwegian striker Erling Haaland and English midfielder Phil Foden celebrate after the English Premier League football match between Ipswich Town and Manchester City at Portman Road in Ipswich, eastern England on Jan 19, 2025. IPSWICH, England — Pep Guardiola claimed Manchester City is back to its best after Phil Foden starred in a 6-0 rout of struggling Ipswich …

He can be a one-club man – Phil Foden urged to commit whole career to Man City
2 months, 1 week ago

He can be a one-club man – Phil Foden urged to commit whole career to Man City

The Independent  

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Premier League 2024-25: Manchester City back in top four after 6-0 drubbing of Ipswich Town
2 months, 1 week ago

Premier League 2024-25: Manchester City back in top four after 6-0 drubbing of Ipswich Town

The Hindu  

Manchester City’s Phil Foden scored twice and created another goal in an outstanding first-half display as it hammered Ipswich Town 6-0 at Portman Road on Sunday to roar back into the Premier League’s top four. The comprehensive win moved City to 38 points and into fourth position on goal difference ahead of Newcastle United, but it is still 12 points …

Ipswich Town 0-6 Manchester City: Erling Haaland celebrates landmark new deal in defending champions' ruthless demolition - as Pep Guardiola's side look back to their best
2 months, 1 week ago

Ipswich Town 0-6 Manchester City: Erling Haaland celebrates landmark new deal in defending champions' ruthless demolition - as Pep Guardiola's side look back to their best

Daily Mail  

What maybe became lost in the hoopla around Erling Haaland’s new mind-bending contract is that the little guy behind him will be here for all that too. Erling Haaland celebrated his historic new Manchester contract with his 17th league goal of the season Phil Foden backed up his brace against Brentford in midweek with another goals on Sunday night Ipswich …

Kevin De Bruyne believes Manchester City are heading in the right direction
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Kevin De Bruyne believes Manchester City are heading in the right direction

The Independent  

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Manchester City must ‘think’ about De Bruyne future, says Guardiola
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Manchester City must ‘think’ about De Bruyne future, says Guardiola

The Hindu  

Pep Guardiola admits Manchester City have to “think” about the future of injury-hit midfielder Kevin De Bruyne, who is out of contract at the end of the season. The Belgium international has been one of the club’s standout players over the past decade, winning six Premier League titles and the Champions League. Guardiola was asked on Friday if he had …

Kevin De Bruyne makes surprising admission on discussions over Manchester City future
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Kevin De Bruyne makes surprising admission on discussions over Manchester City future

The Independent  

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Foden and Ake to miss Man City's game at Crystal Palace
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Foden and Ake to miss Man City's game at Crystal Palace

Deccan Chronicle  

Phil Foden and defender Nathan Ake have been ruled out of Manchester City's game at Crystal Palace on Saturday.City manager Pep Guardiola provided injury updates on Friday and the list included defender Manuel Akanji, as well.“Nathan is out. Manu we’ll see,” Guardiola said at a news conference.Foden had bronchitis and missed Wednesday’s match against Nottingham Forest — a 3-0 victory …

De Bruyne masterclass helps Man City end seven-game winless streak
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

De Bruyne masterclass helps Man City end seven-game winless streak

New Indian Express  

MANCHESTER: Manchester City snapped a seven-game winless streak as Kevin De Bruyne played a starring role in a 3-0 Premier League win over Nottingham Forest on Wednesday. City's barren run included six defeats to leave them 11 points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool before kick-off. However, De Bruyne's return to the starting line-up for the first time in nearly three …

Man City 3-0 Nottingham Forest PLAYER RATINGS: Which star caused problems all evening? Who delivered a much-improved display? And how did Kevin De Bruyne fare on his return to the starting XI?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Man City 3-0 Nottingham Forest PLAYER RATINGS: Which star caused problems all evening? Who delivered a much-improved display? And how did Kevin De Bruyne fare on his return to the starting XI?

Daily Mail  

Manchester City finally returned to winning ways with a 3-0 victory against Nottingham Forest on Wednesday night. Kevin De Bruyne, restored to the starting line-up after his injury woes, doubled City's lead before Jeremy Doku made it three shortly before the hour mark. Pep Guardiola watched his side return to winning ways with a routine victory on Wednesday MANCHESTER CITY …

Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne out of Belgium squad for October Nations League fixtures
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Manchester City’s Kevin De Bruyne out of Belgium squad for October Nations League fixtures

New York Times  

Kevin De Bruyne has been left out of Belgium’s squad for their October fixtures in the Nations League. The Manchester City playmaker has missed his side’s last three matches after sustaining a muscular injury in the first half of the 0-0 draw against Inter Milan in last month’s Champions League tie. De Bruyne has since missed City’s Premier League draws …

Phil Foden says he's the 'best player in the Premier League and needs to show it' for England as he responds to criticism of Euro 2024 performances
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Phil Foden says he's the 'best player in the Premier League and needs to show it' for England as he responds to criticism of Euro 2024 performances

Daily Mail  

The 24-year-old was named the Premier League Player of the Season Phil Foden has failed to carry his Man City form into England's Euro campaign Phil Foden pauses before answering the question. Phil Foden remains in good spirits despite criticism of his performances at Euro 2024 Foden has failed to find his Manchester City form so far at the European …

Phil Foden leads Manchester City's pre-FA Cup final portraits as Pep Guardiola's side prepare to face off against their noisy neighbours in a repeat of last season's showpiece at Wembley
10 months ago

Phil Foden leads Manchester City's pre-FA Cup final portraits as Pep Guardiola's side prepare to face off against their noisy neighbours in a repeat of last season's showpiece at Wembley

Daily Mail  

Have Chelsea offered Manchester United a way out of the Erik ten Hag darkness through Mauricio Pochettino's exit? Ahead of the one of the football calendar's most anticipated occasions, members of Pep Guardiola's side including the likes of Phil Foden, Bernardo Silva and Kyle Walker posed for official portraits. Phil Foden posed for portraits ahead of Man City's FA Cup …

PLAYER RATINGS: Phil Foden shows why he is the player of the season once again while Kevin De Bruyne and Bernardo Silva gear up for FA Cup final with impressive displays
10 months, 1 week ago

PLAYER RATINGS: Phil Foden shows why he is the player of the season once again while Kevin De Bruyne and Bernardo Silva gear up for FA Cup final with impressive displays

Daily Mail  

After a dramatic final day of the Premier League season, Manchester City secured their fourth title in a row after victory over West Ham. Phil Foden scored twice to help Manchester City win the Premier League title on Sunday The England starlet bagged a brace as City triumphed 3-1 over West Ham on the final day Spanish midfielder Rodri found …

Kevin de Bruyne’s latest double act makes Man City the unconvincing unstoppables
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Kevin de Bruyne’s latest double act makes Man City the unconvincing unstoppables

The Independent  

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PLAYER RATINGS: Kevin De Bruyne stepped up for Man City when it mattered and Josko Gvardiol was key at both ends - but which Forest player scored just 4.5 after horror show?
10 months, 3 weeks ago

PLAYER RATINGS: Kevin De Bruyne stepped up for Man City when it mattered and Josko Gvardiol was key at both ends - but which Forest player scored just 4.5 after horror show?

Daily Mail  

Manchester City ensured they remained slim favourites to retain their Premier League crown after beating Nottingham Forest at the City Ground. Manchester City beat Nottingham Forest 2-0 to continue their Premier League title charge Erling Haaland was brought on as a substitute and wrapped up the victory with a deft finish MANCHESTER CITY EDERSON 5.5 Was lucky his uncertainty at …

Phil Foden has flourished under Pep Guardiola's new tactics, delivered on the biggest occasions and SMASHED his best ever goal tally... how the England star went from supporting cast to Man City's mai
11 months ago

Phil Foden has flourished under Pep Guardiola's new tactics, delivered on the biggest occasions and SMASHED his best ever goal tally... how the England star went from supporting cast to Man City's mai

Daily Mail  

He has fast become the most important player in Pep Guardiola's Man City team Lionel Messi. Phil Foden has fast become Pep Guardiola's main man at Manchester City this season The England star has netted 24 goals across all competitions and is pushing City towards an astonishing fourth successive Premier League title, a feat that has never been achieved before …

Kevin De Bruyne reveals which position he sees Phil Foden playing for Man City in the future as he says team-mate 'has gone up another level' this season after Brighton brace
11 months ago

Kevin De Bruyne reveals which position he sees Phil Foden playing for Man City in the future as he says team-mate 'has gone up another level' this season after Brighton brace

Daily Mail  

Kevin De Bruyne has revealed which position he sees Phil Foden playing for Man City going forward after the Englishman put in another man of the match display against Brighton on Thursday night. Kevin De Bruyne has revealed which position he thinks Phil Foden will play in future However, De Bruyne sees his team-mate moving into his preferred central role …

Kevin De Bruyne is 'ahead of Gerrard, Lampard, Toure and Silva' as Premier League's best midfielder EVER, claims Jamie Redknapp after 15-yard diving header... before pundits assess title race with Ars
11 months ago

Kevin De Bruyne is 'ahead of Gerrard, Lampard, Toure and Silva' as Premier League's best midfielder EVER, claims Jamie Redknapp after 15-yard diving header... before pundits assess title race with Ars

Daily Mail  

Jamie Redknapp has hailed Kevin De Bruyne as the best midfielder in Premier League history after his stunning goal helped Man City to a 4-0 win over Brighton. Jamie Redknapp has hailed Kevin De Bruyne has the best midfielder in Premier League history Redknapp praised the Belgian midfielder's ability to produce 'out of this world things' Redknapp ranked De Bruyne …

Golden Foden outduels Jude in Real thriller
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Golden Foden outduels Jude in Real thriller

China Daily  

Phil Foden and Ruben Dias walk toward manager Pep Guardiola to celebrate after Foden netted Manchester City's second goal in Tuesday's 3-3 draw with Real Madrid. MADRID — Phil Foden won the battle between two of England's brightest stars to give Manchester City the upper hand after a thrilling Champions League quarterfinal first leg against Real Madrid ended 3-3 at …

Golden Foden outduels Jude in Real thriller
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Golden Foden outduels Jude in Real thriller

China Daily  

Phil Foden and Ruben Dias walk toward manager Pep Guardiola to celebrate after Foden netted Manchester City's second goal in Tuesday's 3-3 draw with Real Madrid. MADRID — Phil Foden won the battle between two of England's brightest stars to give Manchester City the upper hand after a thrilling Champions League quarterfinal first leg against Real Madrid ended 3-3 at …

Kevin De Bruyne provides timely reminder of his quality as Man City win over Crystal Palace builds pressure on title rivals
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Kevin De Bruyne provides timely reminder of his quality as Man City win over Crystal Palace builds pressure on title rivals

The Independent  

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Pep's tinkering strikes again! Guardiola DROPS Phil Foden to the bench for Man City's clash at Crystal Palace just days after the England star scored superb hat-trick
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Pep's tinkering strikes again! Guardiola DROPS Phil Foden to the bench for Man City's clash at Crystal Palace just days after the England star scored superb hat-trick

Daily Mail  

Phil Foden has been dropped to the bench for Manchester's visit to Crystal Palace in Saturday's lunchtime kick-off. The 23-year-old has had a season to remember and scored a superb hat-trick in midweek as City thrashed Aston Villa 4-1. Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland have returned to the side while there is a rare start for Oscar Bobb against …

Phil Foden v Wayne Rooney – how do the two players compare?
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Phil Foden v Wayne Rooney – how do the two players compare?

The Independent  

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Phil Foden equals Cristiano Ronaldo's Premier League landmark in Man City's 4-1 demolition of Aston Villa
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Phil Foden equals Cristiano Ronaldo's Premier League landmark in Man City's 4-1 demolition of Aston Villa

Daily Mail  

Phil Foden now shares a Premier League landmark with Cristiano Ronaldo after his performance in Manchester City's 4-1 win over Aston Villa. Mail Sport's Nathan Salt claimed Foden has to be the league's Footballer of the Year for 2023/24 after he reached 21 goals for this campaign, by far his best total. Phil Foden scored his third Premier League hat-trick …

Has Phil Foden’s stunning form handed Man City a Kevin De Bruyne problem?
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Has Phil Foden’s stunning form handed Man City a Kevin De Bruyne problem?

The Independent  

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Phil Foden’s imperious hat-trick against Aston Villa revitalises Manchester City’s title challenge
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Phil Foden’s imperious hat-trick against Aston Villa revitalises Manchester City’s title challenge

The Independent  

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Man City vs Newcastle United: Why is Kevin de Bruyne not playing the FA Cup quarterfinal?
1 year ago

Man City vs Newcastle United: Why is Kevin de Bruyne not playing the FA Cup quarterfinal?

The Hindu  

Midfielder Kevin De Bruyne and goalkeeper Ederson will miss Manchester City’s FA Cup quarter-final game against Newcastle United due to injuries, manager Pep Guardiola said on Friday. City are facing Newcastle for the fourth time this season, having beaten it twice in the league, but Eddie Howe’s side knocked City out of the League Cup in September. “This season and …

Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne left out by Belgium for friendlies because of groin injury
1 year ago

Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne left out by Belgium for friendlies because of groin injury

Hindustan Times  

Midfielder Kevin De Bruyne has been left out of the Belgium squad for friendlies against Ireland and England so he's fit for Manchester City. Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne with manager Pep Guardiola after being substituted Tedesco is counting on a fully fit De Bruyne at the European Championship this summer. Since he returned in January, City manager Pep Guardiola …

Roy Keane heaps praise on 'brilliant' Phil Foden after the Man City star scored a brace to help earn victory against rivals United... as pundit insists the forward 'has to be' starting for England thi
1 year ago

Roy Keane heaps praise on 'brilliant' Phil Foden after the Man City star scored a brace to help earn victory against rivals United... as pundit insists the forward 'has to be' starting for England thi

Daily Mail  

Foden scored two goals in Manchester derby to earn all three points for his side Roy Keane has insisted that Man City star Phil Foden 'has to be' starting for England at this summer's Euros after his performance in the Manchester derby. Foden scored a brace in the second-half of City's clash with rivals United on Sunday, to help turn …

Premier League 2023-24: Foden brace helps Man City win Manchester Derby 3-1 over United after dream comeback
1 year ago

Premier League 2023-24: Foden brace helps Man City win Manchester Derby 3-1 over United after dream comeback

The Hindu  

Phil Foden kept Manchester City’s Premier League title challenge on track with a superb second-half double as his side hit back to clinch a 3-1 home victory over Manchester United on Sunday. Marcus Rashford’s eighth-minute thunderbolt gave United the lead against the run of play and it looked like the visitors might put a dent in City’s hopes of a …

How Phil Foden became Man City’s invisible, invaluable talisman
1 year ago

How Phil Foden became Man City’s invisible, invaluable talisman

The Independent  

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Thomas Frank claims Phil Foden is 'the closest England will get to a Ballon d'Or winner' as he backs the Man City star to become only fourth English player to receive the award
1 year, 1 month ago

Thomas Frank claims Phil Foden is 'the closest England will get to a Ballon d'Or winner' as he backs the Man City star to become only fourth English player to receive the award

Daily Mail  

Brentford boss Thomas Frank believes Phil Foden can become only the fourth Englishman to win the Ballon d'Or as his side come face to face with the Manchester City star tonight. The 23-year-old bagged a hat-trick when the sides met two weeks ago at the Gtech Stadium and has scored five goals in as many matches against the Bees, who …

Kevin De Bruyne’s new role exposes cracks in Manchester City’s midfield
1 year, 1 month ago

Kevin De Bruyne’s new role exposes cracks in Manchester City’s midfield

The Independent  

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Kevin De Bruyne inspires Man City to 3-1 win at Copenhagen, takes giant step towards Champions League quarters
1 year, 1 month ago

Kevin De Bruyne inspires Man City to 3-1 win at Copenhagen, takes giant step towards Champions League quarters

Hindustan Times  

Kevin De Bruyne is so often Manchester City’s man for the big occasion. Manchester City's Belgian midfielder Kevin De Bruyne and FC Copenhagen's Norwegian forward Mohamed Elyounoussi vie for the ball By scoring one goal and having a hand in two others, the Belgium playmaker inspired City to a 3-1 win at FC Copenhagen in the first leg of the …

Recharged Kevin De Bruyne energises Manchester City’s four-peat bid
1 year, 1 month ago

Recharged Kevin De Bruyne energises Manchester City’s four-peat bid

The Hindu  

When Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp was asked early this year if his side was the favourite to win the Premier League this season, the German spoke about how tight it was at the top. He is a really important player for us, not only in the past but in the present.” While there continue to be questions about the legitimacy …

Phil Foden’s hat-trick shows why Man City can ease clear in title race
1 year, 1 month ago

Phil Foden’s hat-trick shows why Man City can ease clear in title race

The Independent  

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PLAYER RATINGS: Phil Foden is growing into one of Man City's real stars after his hat-trick in 3-1 win at Brentford, while Kevin De Bruyne dictated proceedings effortlessly
1 year, 1 month ago

PLAYER RATINGS: Phil Foden is growing into one of Man City's real stars after his hat-trick in 3-1 win at Brentford, while Kevin De Bruyne dictated proceedings effortlessly

Daily Mail  

On Monday night, Manchester City stormed to a comfortable 3-1 victory over Brentford as they maintained their Premier League title push. Man City secured a 3-1 win over Brentford as they maintained their Premier League title push Star man Phil Foden scored a hat-trick on the night to wrap up all three points for the visitors Your browser does not …

Man with panoramic vision, Kevin de Bruyne is back with a bang and so are Manchester City's hopes
1 year, 1 month ago

Man with panoramic vision, Kevin de Bruyne is back with a bang and so are Manchester City's hopes

Hindustan Times  

Kevin de Bruyne was terribly missed at Manchester City. Kevin De Bruyne applauds fans on the pitch after the FA Cup fourth round football match against Tottenham Hotspur In his absence, City's performance deteriorated and at one point they found themselves placed fourth on the points table. De Bruyne returned from injury in January and it's no coincidence that ever …

De Bruyne inspires Man City to dramatic win at Newcastle
1 year, 2 months ago

De Bruyne inspires Man City to dramatic win at Newcastle

The Hindu  

Manchester City’s Kevin de Bruyne sparked a late comeback 3-2 victory for his side at Newcastle United on Saturday in his first Premier League action since the opening day of the season. He then played the perfect pass in stoppage time for fellow substitute Oscar Bobb to secure the three points that moved champions City into second place, two points …

De Bruyne inspires Man City comeback in Premier League return to show he can swing title race
1 year, 2 months ago

De Bruyne inspires Man City comeback in Premier League return to show he can swing title race

Associated Press  

LONDON — It took Kevin De Bruyne less than five minutes to show why his return from injury could be so crucial for Manchester City in the second half of the Premier League season. I feel it in my lungs, especially with the cold.” Bobb’s goal handed Newcastle a fourth straight league loss and Eddie Howe’s team is now behind …

Kevin De Bruyne return brings Man City’s greatest threat - and one old problem to solve
1 year, 2 months ago

Kevin De Bruyne return brings Man City’s greatest threat - and one old problem to solve

The Independent  

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FA Cup: Kevin De Bruyne returns in 5-0 win for Manchester City; Ryan Reynolds' Wrexham advance
1 year, 2 months ago

FA Cup: Kevin De Bruyne returns in 5-0 win for Manchester City; Ryan Reynolds' Wrexham advance

Hindustan Times  

Kevin De Bruyne set up a goal on his return from injury after nearly five months out as Manchester City opened its FA Cup title defense with a 5-0 win over second-tier Huddersfield on Sunday. Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne, Phil Foden and Matheus Nunes celebrates their fifth goal, scored by Jeremy Doku There was also a victory in the …

Arsenal’s struggles continue in 2-0 loss to Liverpool in FA Cup. De Bruyne back for City in 5-0 win
1 year, 2 months ago

Arsenal’s struggles continue in 2-0 loss to Liverpool in FA Cup. De Bruyne back for City in 5-0 win

Associated Press  

Three straight losses, an elimination from the FA Cup, and the ominous sight of Manchester City back in form and boosted by the return of Kevin De Bruyne. It has come at a good time.” Arsenal has had 48 shots in its last two home games — taking in the 2-0 loss to West Ham in the Premier League on …

Pep Guardiola warns that Kevin De Bruyne could break down again if Manchester City does not manage his minutes... as the midfield talisman prepares for return against Huddersfield
1 year, 2 months ago

Pep Guardiola warns that Kevin De Bruyne could break down again if Manchester City does not manage his minutes... as the midfield talisman prepares for return against Huddersfield

Daily Mail  

Pep Guardiola has warned that Kevin De Bruyne runs the risk of breaking down again if Manchester City do not sufficiently manage his minutes. De Bruyne’s five-month injury lay-off is coming to an end after hamstring surgery and the 32-year-old is set for a place in City’s squad for tomorrow’s FA Cup tie against Huddersfield Town ‘Of course it was …

Kevin De Bruyne, Manchester City and an injury that has forced change for player and club
1 year, 3 months ago

Kevin De Bruyne, Manchester City and an injury that has forced change for player and club

New York Times  

For Pep Guardiola, the first half of Manchester City’s season has been about survival. Guardiola already knew Ilkay Gundogan’s summer transfer to Barcelona meant City could not play in the same way as last season and that was hugely compounded when De Bruyne limped off injured just 20 minutes into the first game of the Premier League season. City chance …

Phil Foden inspires Man City to a 3-2 comeback win against Leipzig in the Champions League
1 year, 3 months ago

Phil Foden inspires Man City to a 3-2 comeback win against Leipzig in the Champions League

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Trailing 2-0 at halftime against Leipzig in the Champions League on Tuesday, Phil Foden couldn’t believe what he was seeing from Manchester City. “We just needed that goal to get going.” Foden scored one and helped to create two more as Pep Guardiola’s team preserved an unbeaten home record in the Champions League that dates back to …

FPL Gameweek 10: Phil Foden, Kieran Trippier and five players to consider for transfers
1 year, 5 months ago

FPL Gameweek 10: Phil Foden, Kieran Trippier and five players to consider for transfers

The Independent  

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