Foden Shines as Manchester City Crush Dortmund 4–1 in Champions League Clash
Manchester City once again showed why they remain one of Europe’s elite, powering past Borussia Dortmund with a commanding 4–1 victory in the Champions League on Wednesday night. It was a performance full of energy, precision, and confidence — the kind that reminds everyone just how dangerous Pep Guardiola’s side can be when they find their rhythm.
The spotlight, however, firmly belonged to Phil Foden. The 25-year-old English midfielder produced a masterclass performance, scoring twice and orchestrating City’s attacks with flair and intelligence. His movement between the lines caused chaos in Dortmund’s defense all evening, and his finishes were executed with calm authority. Speaking after the match, Foden admitted he was “loving football again,” saying that playing with a smile on his face had made all the difference this season.
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Erling Haaland, City’s ever-reliable striker, also got his name on the scoresheet, though this time he was somewhat overshadowed by his teammate’s brilliance. Rayan Cherki added the fourth, sealing what became a statement win for the reigning European champions. Dortmund, despite flashes of resistance, simply couldn’t cope with City’s speed and relentless attacking movement.
Pep Guardiola, visibly pleased after the game, praised his players for adapting well despite a busy schedule. “In the first fifteen minutes, we struggled to find our rhythm,” he said. “But after that, the team settled. We started to run better, use the ball with more patience, and broke their lines. Huge respect for these players — they’ve shown real maturity and consistency.” Guardiola also applauded Foden’s influence, calling him “already back to his best,” adding that his “generosity, effort, and quality in the final third” were crucial.
Former City midfielder Michael Brown echoed that sentiment during BBC Radio 5 Live’s coverage, saying Haaland might have been “overshadowed by Foden,” who “saw the spaces, made the runs, and did everything right.”
With this result, Manchester City strengthened their position near the top of the Champions League table, sitting comfortably inside the top eight qualifying spots. It’s been a strong showing from English clubs overall — Arsenal, Liverpool, and Newcastle also sit high in the standings, while Chelsea were held to a 2–2 draw by Qarabag earlier in the evening.
As for City, the sense of “togetherness,” as Foden called it, seems to have returned to the squad after a challenging previous season. The team now looks sharper, more unified, and hungry for more. If this performance is any indication, City’s message to Europe is clear — the champions are far from done, and their pursuit of glory is alive and well.
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