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‘We are sure’ – Enzo Maresca gives frank verdict on Man City star Phil Foden

Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca spoke about Phil Foden after his hat-trick against AEK Athens…

By Simon Bajkowski · Manchester Evening News

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 3:00 AM

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Enzo Maresca admitted Phil Foden was not good enough previously but backed him to help Manchester City this season.
Foden scored a hat-trick during Manchester City's 5-1 Champions League win against AEK Athens.
The treble brought Foden's tally to four goals across his last two appearances.

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Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca stated that Phil Foden has not been good enough over the past two seasons but backed him to succeed. Foden scored a hat-trick in Manchester City's 5-1 Champions League victory over AEK Athens, bringing his total to four goals in his last two matches.

Maresca noted he has considered Foden one of England's best players since taking over from Pep Guardiola. The manager expressed confidence that the club will help Foden maintain his form, especially with teammate Antoine Semenyo sidelined for eight weeks.

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‘We are sure’ – Enzo Maresca gives frank verdict on Man City star Phil Foden

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