Phil Foden
MCIEngland
Left
May 28, 2000
25
5'7"
139 lb
CM
RW
Wide Forward
Man CityMakes immediate return
Foden (ankle) played 59 minutes during Tuesday's international friendly against Japan.
Analysis: Foden has avoided a major injury after leaving England's previous game with a knock, so he'll be an option for his club in upcoming contests. He has struggled to find consistency in City's lineup lately, playing a secondary role in the rotation with Nico O'Reilly and Bernardo Silva. While the lack of playing time limits his fantasy upside, Foden will look to earn some opportunities to show his offensive talent in the decisive stages of the season.
Injured after intense tackle
Foden was unable to continue in England's international friendly against Uruguay on Friday after taking damage to his ankle from a second-half foul, City Xtra reports.
Analysis: Foden hasn't been heavily involved in club play lately, but he started for the national team and ended up with a potential injury. He'll likely need to be assessed ahead of future contests and could be sidelined for a few weeks if the blow is significant. His absence would limit the Citizens' depth behind Nico O'Reilly and Bernardo Silva in central attacking midfield spots.
Limited minutes recently
Foden has only played 27 minutes across Manchester City's past four games.
Analysis: Foden has had an up-and-down season as he tries to remain a regular name on the field between the loaded Manchester City squad, earning 21 starts in 26 appearances this season, notching seven goals and three assists. He started the season finding himself in the starting XI most of the time, but has recently dropped in minutes like the 2024/25 campaign, only starting in three gams since Jan. 20. This is a rough run of play for the attacker, with only one goal contribution during that span, having also gone unused four times. He will hope to work back into the midfield or attack again as the campaign closes out, although they will need his best as they chase Arsenal for the league title.
Assist Wednesday
Foden assisted once to go with four shots (two on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 3-0 victory over Fulham. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 66th minute.
Analysis: Foden would come back into the starting XI Wednesday and followed that up by earning an assist, finding Erling Haaland in the 39th minute. This comes after nearly two months without a goal contribution, up to seven goals and three assists in league play. He will hope to maintain the role after four games straight on the bench, with 23 appearances (20 starts) in league play.
Active in attack
Foden registered four shots (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Tuesday's 3-1 defeat against Glimt.
Analysis: Foden had multiple chances in the attack Tuesday to change the match, but was of no help, with his one chance created, four shots and five crosses being of no use. This is now a seventh straight appearance in all competitions with no goal contribution, still with two goals and one assist in six UCL appearances
Starting to face Glimt
Foden (hand) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Glimt.
Analysis: Foden was already known to be traveling with the team Tuesday, but is now in the squad, not just an option, but starting immediately. The midfielder has gone six games without a goal contribution in all competitions and will look to get back on track, with two goals and one assist in five appearances (four starts) this UCL campaign.
Travelling with squad
Foden (hand) is in the squad list that will travel for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Glimt, the club posted.
Analysis: Foden is part of the squad that will face Glimt on Tuesday in the Champions League, despite growing concern over a possible broken hand suffered during Saturday's derby defeat. The Citizen appears fit to feature in the match and should claim a starting role, as he remains an undisputed starter for Manchester City.
Concern over hand
Foden is feared to have suffered a broken hand, per James Ducker of the Daily Telegraph.
Analysis: Foden fell on his hand in the first half and didn't come out for the second half. The midfielder is now feared to have suffered a broken hand. Depending on the severity of the break it's possible that Foden could play with some sort of protective equipment, but if it's serious he could be out for a significant period.
Fires in three shots
Foden recorded three shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Thursday's 0-0 draw versus Sunderland.
Analysis: Foden had a solid match in the attack despite the goalless draw taking place, recording a decent two crosses, three chances created and three shots. However, not a single shot would hit the target for a third straight goalless match. He is still one goal contribution away from 10 this campaign, recording in 17 games this season.
Five shots Saturday
Foden generated five shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest.
Analysis: Foden would see a decent match but no goal contribution Saturday, with the attacker firing five shots at net but none hitting the back of the net. This is the second consecutive game without a goal contribution for the attacker after he had seven in a five-game span before then.
Whips in seven crosses
Foden generated two shots (one on goal), seven crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 3-0 victory versus West Ham United.
Analysis: Foden couldn't score for a second consecutive game Saturday, recording two shots but not hitting the back of the net. However, his best moment came with his seven crosses, earning quite a few from his four corners. He remains one shy of 10 goal contributions this season.
Scores again
Foden scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 3-0 win versus Crystal Palace.
Analysis: Foden continues to remain at top form in league play, with the attacker taking to the field and scoring another goal Sunday. This is now a fourth straight league match with a goal for the midfielder, now with seven on the campaign. That said, he has nine goal contributions, nearing 10 in only 14 games played this season.
Adds another two goal contributions
Foden scored one goal and assisted once from five shots and two chances created in Saturday's 3-0 win over Sunderland.
Analysis: Foden would be a part of two goal contributions Saturday as he continues his amazing form, with the attacker finding Josko Gvardiol in the 35th minute for an asisst before a goal of his own in the 65th minute. Foden now continues a run of three straight games with a goal contribution and a goal, not to mention he has had two goal contributions in each of those matches. This should secure his starting role moving forward for a while after some questions around him after last campaign, closing in on 10 goal contributions this season.
Another brace Tuesday
Foden scored two goals to go with two shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 5-4 victory against Fulham.
Analysis: Foden seems to be catching fire as the season heats up, with the attacker scoring in the 44th and 48th minutes for a brace. This comes after he had a brace last time out as well, with four goals in his past two outings. He now has five goals in league play this campaign, only two off of last season's total despite appearing 14 fewer times.
Game-winning goal leads to brace
Foden scored two goals to go with four shots (three on goal), 10 crosses (three accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Leeds United.
Analysis: Foden was the hero of Saturday as he continues to restore form from two seasons ago, as the attacker scored the opening goal in the first minute before scoring another goal in extra time to win the game. This marks his first league goal in a few games, with his last coming eight matches ago on Sept 14. He now has three goals in league play, adding to his one assist in 11 appearances (10 starts).
Active in attack
Foden had three shots (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Newcastle United.
Analysis: Foden would come close to scoring early Saturday but failed and never found another true chance despite his three shots. However, he still had a solid contribution, adding another six crosses and a chance created. He has started in five straight, with two goals and one assist during that span.
Brace in UCL play
Foden scored two goals to go with four shots (four on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Wednesday's 4-1 victory against Borussia Dortmund.
Analysis: Foden would earn man of the matchday honors Wednesday for his performance, scoring in the 22nd and 57th minutes to help his team to a win. This marks his first brace of the season and only his second and third goals, with this his first goal in UCL play. He now has two straight games with a goal contribution, adding an assist last time out.
Marks 200th EPL appearance with assist
Foden assisted once to go with one shot (none on goal), eight crosses (three accurate) and eight corners in Sunday's 3-1 win versus AFC Bournemouth. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 47th minute.
Analysis: Foden marked his 200th Premier League appearance Sunday with an assist, but outside of that his impact on the game was minimal. Only three of his eight crosses were accurate and he placed no shots on target, but did have one attempt blocked. It has not been the best start to a season for the English international, from eight EPL appearances (seven starts) he has scored just once and this was his first assist.
Leads match in crosses
Foden had two shots (zero on goal), nine crosses (five accurate) and six corners in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Aston Villa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 80th minute.
Analysis: Foden would put in a decent effort to try to help his club to a win but would not have enough in the tank, with his two shots, seven chances created and nine crosses going to no use. These were decent tallies for the midfiedler, as he was one and two short of his season-high in chances created and crosses, respectively. He is still sturggling to earn goal contributions, a common theme amongst the club outside of Erling Haaland, with Foden's last coming Sept. 18.
Leads match in crosses
Foden had one shot (zero on goal), 11 crosses (three accurate) and 11 corners in Saturday's 2-0 win against Everton.
Analysis: Foden would receive the corner-taking duties Saturday, leading to a high amount of crosses with his 11, leading the entire match in that stat. However, he would only record one shot compared to his three chances created, taking a more playmaking role against the Toffees. He remains at one goal this season, without a goal contribution in his past four league appearances.
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