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MoussaNiakhate

Moussa Niakhate career

club career

SeasonClub
25/26
LyonLyon
38
3227
2
1
Europa LeagueEuropa League
9
738
0
1
Ligue 1Ligue 1
29
2489
2
0
24/25
LyonLyon
40
3449
0
0
Europa LeagueEuropa League
9
723
0
0
Ligue 1Ligue 1
31
2726
0
0
23/24
Nottingham ForestNottingham Forest
21
1461
0
1
Premier LeaguePremier League
21
1461
0
1
22/23
Nottingham ForestNottingham Forest
14
1163
0
0
Premier LeaguePremier League
14
1163
0
0
21/22
Mainz 05Mainz 05
30
2567
0
4
BundesligaBundesliga
30
2567
0
4
20/21
Mainz 05Mainz 05
32
2866
1
3
BundesligaBundesliga
32
2866
1
3
19/20
Mainz 05Mainz 05
33
2970
2
1
BundesligaBundesliga
33
2970
2
1
18/19
Mainz 05Mainz 05
33
2789
1
1
BundesligaBundesliga
33
2789
1
1
17/18
MetzMetz
35
3105
1
0
Ligue 1Ligue 1
35
3105
1
0
16/17
ValenciennesValenciennes
34
2852
0
1
Ligue 2Ligue 2
34
2852
0
1
15/16
ValenciennesValenciennes
28
1997
0
0
Ligue 2Ligue 2
28
1997
0
0

International career

SeasonTeam
2025
SenegalSenegal
6
540
0
0
Africa Cup of NationsAfrica Cup of Nations
6
540
0
0
2023
SenegalSenegal
1
80
0
0
Africa Cup of NationsAfrica Cup of Nations
1
80
0
0
23/25
SenegalSenegal
8
688
0
0
World Cup Qualification CAFWorld Cup Qualification CAF
8
688
0
0

Key

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Frequently asked questions

Phil Foden usually plays as a right winger for Manchester City, using his stronger left foot to cut in and create scoring opportunities. Thanks to his versatility, he has also been deployed on the left of a front three, or in a more centrally influential role as the #10.

Phil Foden was born in Stockport in Greater Manchester region, England.

Ever since making his debut for Man City, Phil Foden has sported the No. 47 jersey, which he wears in honour of his late grandfather, Ronnie, who died at the age of 47.

Phil Foden stands at 1.71m (5ft 7in), making him one of the shortest players in the Man City setup. Although he doesn't possess the extra strength, he is blessed with nimble footwork, with his low centre of gravity aiding him in drifting past opponents with ease.

Phil Foden weighs 70kg (154 lbs), with his low weight and diminuitive physique allowing him to skilfully dribble past players and function in half spaces.

Phil Foden joined the Manchester City academy in 2009 and broke into the first team in the 2017-18 season.

Phil Foden has three children with long-term partner Rebecca Cooke - two sons and a daughter.

While Phil Foden isn't married yet, he has been in a long-term relationship with girlfriend Rebecca Cooke, with the couple welcoming their third child during Euro 2024.