Young player put in his place by his manager, not sure what the issue is, just another day he learns more about the game.
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47 | Phil Foden - 2022/23
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In the MOTD interview, Pep didn't seem too bothered about the miss. Just mentioned the fact that Foden probably didn't see him, and it's something he'll need to familiarise himself with now that we're not playing with a false 9.
I think some of you are looking for an issue that wasn't really there. He didn't play particularly well in the first half as a whole. I'd imagine that's more a reason for being subbed than a single errant shot.
I think some of you are looking for an issue that wasn't really there. He didn't play particularly well in the first half as a whole. I'd imagine that's more a reason for being subbed than a single errant shot.
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Young player put in his place by his manager, not sure what the issue is, just another day he learns more about the game.
He clearly holds really high standards of Phil and that's a good thing. Wouldn't be surprised if he did haul him off for ignoring the pass. It's not like our other players haven't done exactly the same thing before but Foden's still young enough to have bad habits beaten out of him.
People are making a bit too much out of it but I don't think there was much to complain about on Saturday so not entirely unexpected.
Pretty fucking ironic mentioning Mahrez as the player who finds the right pass when he’s been guilty of being a greedy **** far more times than Foden in similar situations.Tbh that last line in the second tweet reads like he was subbed cos he didn't pass ha. Not arsed for what its worth, but it does read that way.
'but he is young and sometimes has to understand what to do...'
Yeah, seems like an obvious reference.
The deal City fans are making over this is a joke. It’s embarrassing to read Foden being demonised for one small action in a 4-0 win.
Miserable cunts.
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if bernardo goes he will get some time there.When do you think he'll start playing there? Because I don't remember a single game with him in midfield yet.
What did Sané do for us that Phil hasn’t?
Leave at the first opportunity
People saying it doesn't matter when you beat Bournemouth 4-0, for me that's the wrong attitude, it does matter.He clearly holds really high standards of Phil and that's a good thing. Wouldn't be surprised if he did haul him off for ignoring the pass. It's not like our other players haven't done exactly the same thing before but Foden's still young enough to have bad habits beaten out of him.
People are making a bit too much out of it but I don't think there was much to complain about on Saturday so not entirely unexpected.
Good habits are hard to come by, the next time he get's into that position could be the semi final of the Champions League with the game on a knife edge at 0-0, and next time he will be more sure to give the pass, IF, another player is in a better position to score.
Pep is the greatest manager in our history for a reason, the ultimate perfectionist, always looking to improve.
Forgive me if im wrong, but i didn't hear phils "one of our own" chant after he scored?... Maybe some were still frustrated with the miss idk. Such a special player that deserves as much praise around the ground as ohhh KDB does after he scores.
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Pep said pretty much the exact same in an interview. He said with the false 9 you couldnt count on the support, but now the players must trust that Haaland will be there - cos he willI think it depends on how Pep handles it going forward with Haaland. Prior to Haaland and often playing a False 9, that shot would be expected since it’s likely no one would have made the run Haaland did. It’s a learning process in my opinion.
As for Mahrez on particular yesterday, I was very impressed with his decision-making which I’ve not always been. Foden will catch on quickly, I think.
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I'd be surprised if thats right. Phil was clean through twice in one half through superbly timed runs. Grealish is never in that position. I could be wrong as who knows what Pep thinks but I'd prefer 2 one on ones than retained possessionno he also very clearly insinuated that Foden did not make the correct movements that he planed with him pre-game. Also this is the exact reason pep will play Grealish ahead of Foden in midfield as long as KDB is here.
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Don't think it's that deep mate. It's probs more to it being a scrappy goal and our third of the game, and the 'one of our own' song is shit, whereas singing Kev's is a pleasureForgive me if im wrong, but i didn't hear phils "one of our own" chant after he scored?... Maybe some were still frustrated with the miss idk. Such a special player that deserves as much praise around the ground as ohhh KDB does after he scores.
I think Pep likes them both for different reasons.I'd be surprised if thats right. Phil was clean through twice in one half through superbly timed runs. Grealish is never in that position. I could be wrong as who knows what Pep thinks but I'd prefer 2 one on ones than retained possession
In 30+ degree heat, in the blazing sunshine, early in the season at a point where not everyone in the squad is 100% match fit, when you're 3-0 up against a Bournemouth side that don't look anywhere near a comeback, your priority going into the second half shouldn't be about how many one-on-ones can be created.
Your priority should be retaining the lead and managing the game with the least energy expended as is possible while tiring out the opponent to even further reduce their ability to come back. Yes, if chances occur, try to take them. But keep the ball, manoeuvre the opposition around, stay focused and professional and don't wear the team out unnecessarily.
I think at their current points in their careers, Jack's more suited to delivering that plan than Phil is. And it's not like Jack doesn't create chances, so it's hardly a defensive move that reduces creativity or represents shutting up shop.
Making that change enabled Pep to field the right personnel to fit the change of plan, give Phil a little rest given the challenging conditions and his lack of pre-season, and give Jack a boost of confidence by giving him game-time as a reward for his recent performances.
Maybe he also used it to lightly make a point to Phil about decision-making. But I'm not convinced that was the main thing in his mind, and even if it was I think it will have been much less of a deal than many are thinking.
Who says he's too young? He's fucking quality unlike yourself who posts shite after shite after shite. Fuck off.I wonder for how long he gonna be „too young“ at this point its getting repetitive.
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Nope. The Pep mantra is,from his very own mouthI wouldn't be surprised if we see that Grealish/Mahrez/Foden switch at half time fairly regularly this season. Keeps all three of them ticking over and fresh and happy. I'd be flabbergasted if it was a punishment sub. He's entitled to take on the shot, and if he misses he can get a bollocking from the other player. All part of the game, you don't get to play for City without having a bit of an ego.
If you have the ball in the 6 yard box with the keeper facing you,but have a team mate standing unmarked alongside.....pass the ball to team mate so he can roll it into the net.( how many goals did Nolitto and Sterling get in this manner)
I,m Fodens biggest fan,and I have always,personally belived in have a shot if you can...but Pep sees things differently....
He is the manager.
Follow his instructions ..basically...
If you think Grealish is never in that position, why do half the forum criticise him for not doing the right thing when he is clean through? There is a blinkered view of players on here: forum favourites and the scapegoats - I wish that would change - we are champions and top of the league!I'd be surprised if thats right. Phil was clean through twice in one half through superbly timed runs. Grealish is never in that position. I could be wrong as who knows what Pep thinks but I'd prefer 2 one on ones than retained possession
We are blessed to have both players.
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Obviously, but I don't believe for one second he's dragging players off at half time as punishment for that.Nope. The Pep mantra is,from his very own mouth
If you have the ball in the 6 yard box with the keeper facing you,but have a team mate standing unmarked alongside.....pass the ball to team mate so he can roll it into the net.( how many goals did Nolitto and Sterling get in this manner)
I,m Fodens biggest fan,and I have always,personally belived in have a shot if you can...but Pep sees things differently....
He is the manager.
Follow his instructions ..basically...
Shut up. Someone mentioned it on another page. We get it you are the security man here. While Top Talents like Musiala and others are playing all the time some people here still think that „ he‘s too young and has to learn „ if u have a problem u can block me.Who says he's too young? He's fucking quality unlike yourself who posts shite after shite after shite. Fuck off.
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