47 | Phil Foden - 2025/26

[Xhavenjoe]

I like him in the deeper role

A deeper role.
Is that a barm or a muffin?

 

[The Fat el Hombre]

I thought he did pretty well and the reason he was a bit quieter than he's been lately was because liverpool were so incredibly tight on him at times, which is unsurprising given his goals midweek. That left room for Jezza..

Well done to Phil for doing his job and taking a hit for the team.

 

[Nevizade]

Foden and Cherki are the 2025 equivalent of Berkovic and Benarbia.

Yes, I’m a FOC. But I’m an excited FOC :)

I agree with that in the workplace.

 

[Nevizade]

Let's watch the next game against Liverpool .

Aye, let’s.

 

[.db.]

He's looking more and more like David Silva each week. Finding space to influence the game from deeper areas, knows when to pick up or slow the tempo and always bursting into space in forward areas to try and make things happen. Balance to the side is so good at the moment and Phil's instrumental in that.

The player I think he plays most like is Zidane. The way he turns out of danger is classic Zidane play.

 

[Marvin.]

From BBC / Opta 2025-26 PL up to I assume Sunday 9th Nov 2025
(https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cp3xrxnxq9ko)

Why is it asymmetric? Is it because Doku tends to occupy the left hand side and doesn't track back so much, so that Foden doesn't move into the advanced left wing position so much but needs to cover the space behind Doku?

 

[supercity88]

Really interested to see how he performs for England now he has a manager who recognises his ability. Lots competing for that number 10 role but Tuchel knows balance is vital and I'm sure he can get the best out of him by just giving him the freedom of the pitch.

Would imagine, based on Tuchel's character he probably sticks with what he selected last time to make Bellingham and Foden really work for their place, but hopefully Phil comes on and shows his stuff. He loves playing football so whilst many aren't arsed about him playing for England I think it benefits us him getting on the pitch (as long as he doesn't get injured).