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Pep Guardiola hails Phil Foden's 'special ability' after spectacular solo goal helped secure victory over Newcastle... as Man City boss reveals he told the starlet to 'accept the highs and lows' before return to form

Phil Foden underlined his return to form with a spectacular solo goal after getting a pep talk from Pep Guardiola.

The Manchester City manager urged his 22-year-old talent to relax after suffering the first dip of his career.

And on Saturday the gifted midfielder, now back as a starting player, took his goal tally to four in three games after scoring the opener in a 2-0 win against Newcastle by dribbling past four opponents.

'Phil has a special ability but he needs the confidence to do it,' explained Guardiola.

'He's been with us since 17-years-old getting better and better but there is always moment you go down and you have to accept it, not blaming anyone else.