MANCHESTER, England -- Pep Guardiola has said Manchester City need Phil Foden to get back to his best if they are going to have a successful season.
The England midfielder scored the opening goal in the City's derby win over Manchester United at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.
He was also involved in the second goal as Ruben Amorim's side were swept aside 3-0.
Foden endured a difficult campaign last season as he struggled to replicate his contribution of 27 goals in all competitions from 2023-24.
The 25-year-old opted out of England duty in June to take a break and recharge his batteries and on his first start of the season against United, he opened his account.