Phil Foden said that he’s hungry to “prove people wrong” after scoring in Manchester City’s 2-0 Club World Cup win over Wydad AC.
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Foden wants to “prove people wrong”
Foden scored his first goal since January, as City got the job done in their Club World Cup opener at Lincoln Financial Field.
The winger skipped England duty for the June internationals after struggling to overcome an ankle injury last season.
Additionally, the 25-year-old also said he was burnt out following a tough campaign.
“The hunger inside me is back and I want to prove people wrong,” said Foden.
“It was a difficult season, I’m not going to lie. It was not the best. I got a little bit of time off, rested. Yeah, new start, new me. I’m just looking forward to the season.
“I’m happy to get back in with the goals, obviously creating chances as well.”
Rest is important
Foden was given a rest during England’s matches against Andorra and Senegal, before returning to training ahead of the trip to the U.S.
“Not a lot of footballers these days get much time off, so it’s very important,” he said.
“I struggled to switch off completely. I just rested with the family, did my own thing and stuff. Yeah, I needed it.”
Foden, named the Premier League’s best player for the 2023–24 season, will enter the final two years of his contract at the Etihad Stadium
However, he said the club hasn’t started any talks about an extension yet.
“I’ve not heard nothing. We’ll see what happens,” he said.
