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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Sharp over the first steps, escapes markers in tight spaces. (conf 0.65)
Quick in transition without being a pure sprinter. (conf 0.6)
Excellent balance and body control in congested areas. (conf 0.7)
Good repeat-running ability; not a physical runner. (conf 0.55)
Control
Exceptional first touch, receives under pressure in one motion. (conf 0.7)
Elite carrier with a low centre of gravity and quick feet. (conf 0.7)
Small but uses balance well to protect the ball. (conf 0.55)
Clean, powerful striker with either foot, including from distance. (conf 0.65)
Distribution
One-touch combinations are central to City's attack. (conf 0.7)
Accurate over range but mostly plays in tight spaces. (conf 0.55)
Good deliveries when asked to work from wide areas. (conf 0.5)
Finds runners and unlocks defences from the half-space. (conf 0.65)
Chance threat
Reliable finisher from range and inside the box. (conf 0.65)
Good at picking high-value shots and moments to shoot. (conf 0.6)
Superb movement in half-spaces and between the lines. (conf 0.65)
Occasional long-range and set-piece threat. (conf 0.5)
Duels
Small attacker who is not a factor in the air. (conf 0.5)
Wins duels through balance and timing rather than strength. (conf 0.55)
Defense
Presses sharply in City's structure and triggers well. (conf 0.55)
Limited ball-winner, with turnovers from pressing. (conf 0.5)
Understands tracking and shape without being a defender. (conf 0.5)
Mental
Calm in big matches and decisive under pressure. (conf 0.65)
Smart in tight spaces and trusted by Guardiola in key games. (conf 0.65)
Consistent effort off the ball in Guardiola's system. (conf 0.6)
Resilience
Has had spells out but is mostly available. (conf 0.45)
Outlook
26 years old and still near his peak with more to give. (conf 0.55)
Multiple Premier League titles and a PFA Player of the Year. (conf 0.75)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Phil Foden is an English attacking midfielder who plays on either flank or between the lines, a left-footed player with tight control and quick feet. Born in Stockport, he joined Manchester City's academy at eight and debuted in the Champions League in November 2017 aged 17. He has since become a multiple Premier League winner and an England regular, noted for creative passing, movement in the half-spaces and goals. He extended his City contract to 2030 in July 2026.
Made his City debut against Feyenoord in the Champions League in November 2017, aged 17.
Won the PFA Players' Player of the Year and FWA Footballer of the Year awards in 2023-24.
Part of City's 2022-23 treble-winning side.