Phil Foden declared that “the hunger inside me is back and I want to prove people wrong” after starring in Manchester City’s opening Club World Cup group game. He even had his smile back.

Phil Foden said he's rediscovered his "hunger" during a break from football and that he's out to prove his critics wrong when the new season kicks off.

Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden says he has his “hunger” back and is out to prove the doubters wrong ahead of the 2025-26 season. The 25-year-old has spoken about experiencing mental and off-pitch struggles amid a dip in performance last season,