Pep Guardiola has hailed his star player after the club's impressive 4-1 victory over Aston Villa on Wednesday night.
Pep Guardiola has hailed Phil Foden for his remarkable goalscoring ability in the wake of City's 4-1 win over Aston Villa.
Foden showed his brilliance by scoring three fantastic goals to keep City right in the title race, taking advantage of Erling Haaland's absence.
The Norwegian, who leads the team in scoring was an unused substitute as Foden delivered for the reigning champions.
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“His work ethic is amazing. He plays in central positions and has an incredible sense of goal — he has goals in his veins and we have to use him,” Guardiola said.
“He has a natural talent, a gift that is special.”He added:
“He can do whatever he wants. He is a really top-class player, we know it.”
Guardiola's men are next in action against Crystal Palace on Saturday afternoon.
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