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Meschack Elia career

club career

SeasonClub
25/26
AlanyasporAlanyaspor
18
508
0
0
Super LigSuper Lig
18
508
0
0
24/25
Young BoysYoung Boys
21
1021
1
0
Champions LeagueChampions League
5
142
0
0
Super LeagueSuper League
15
862
1
0
Champions League QualificationChampions League Qualification
1
17
0
0
24/25
NantesNantes
8
170
0
1
Ligue 1Ligue 1
8
170
0
1
23/24
Young BoysYoung Boys
40
3151
5
11
Super LeagueSuper League
32
2557
5
9
Europa LeagueEuropa League
2
96
0
0
Champions LeagueChampions League
6
498
0
2
22/23
Young BoysYoung Boys
31
1888
2
7
Super LeagueSuper League
31
1888
2
7
21/22
Young BoysYoung Boys
36
2473
7
9
Champions LeagueChampions League
6
486
0
1
Super LeagueSuper League
30
1987
7
8
20/21
Young BoysYoung Boys
31
1627
9
6
Europa LeagueEuropa League
6
224
1
0
Super LeagueSuper League
25
1403
8
6
19/20
Young BoysYoung Boys
12
504
3
2
Super LeagueSuper League
12
504
3
2

International career

SeasonTeam
2025
DR CongoDR Congo
4
226
0
0
Africa Cup of NationsAfrica Cup of Nations
4
226
0
0
2023
DR CongoDR Congo
3
97
1
0
Africa Cup of NationsAfrica Cup of Nations
3
97
1
0
23/25
DR CongoDR Congo
10
563
0
1
World Cup Qualification CAFWorld Cup Qualification CAF
10
563
0
1
2019
DR CongoDR Congo
4
225
1
0
Africa Cup of NationsAfrica Cup of Nations
4
225
1
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.