{
  "id": 18030938,
  "title": "‘I’m getting back to my best’, says City’s Foden",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/im-getting-back-to-my-best-says-citys-foden",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-03T21:31:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/sports/2026/11/04/i-m-getting-back-to-my-best-says-city-s-foden"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden claimed he is regaining form similar to his PFA and Premier League Player of the Season performances from last year, ahead of the upcoming Champions League match against RB Leipzig. Foden, who scored a hat-trick and provided an assist in the recent Champions League win against AEK Athens, attributes his resurgence to consistency, regular play, positivity, and optimal positions. He expressed confidence in his recent form, stating that he believes he is starting to get back to that level. Foden also noted that scoring goals provides immense confidence and that playing regularly helps establish a rhythm and groove. He revealed that he hasn't spoken to England manager Thomas Tuchel since being left out of the World Cup squad, focusing instead on his own game and hoping for a future call-up. Foden also discussed the smooth transition from previous manager Pep Guardiola to current coach Enzo Maresca, crediting his past experience working with Maresca for helping him adapt. Maresca acknowledged Foden's improvement and predicted he would make a significant impact this season, despite competition with Rayan Cherki for a starting spot.",
  "summary": "Phil Foden won the Premier League and PFA Player of the Season awards in 2024 but missed the 2026 World Cup squad after a disappointing run of form.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}