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Michel-Ange Balikwisha career

club career

SeasonClub
25/26
CelticCeltic
11
296
1
0
Europa LeagueEuropa League
4
57
0
0
PremiershipPremiership
7
239
1
0
25/26
Royal AntwerpRoyal Antwerp
4
345
0
1
First Division AFirst Division A
4
345
0
1
24/25
Royal AntwerpRoyal Antwerp
15
1087
3
4
First Division AFirst Division A
15
1087
3
4
23/24
Royal AntwerpRoyal Antwerp
38
2912
5
8
First Division AFirst Division A
33
2530
5
7
Champions LeagueChampions League
5
382
0
1
22/23
Royal AntwerpRoyal Antwerp
33
2353
1
7
First Division AFirst Division A
33
2353
1
7
21/22
Royal AntwerpRoyal Antwerp
35
2185
3
5
First Division AFirst Division A
32
2040
3
4
Europa LeagueEuropa League
3
145
0
1
20/21
Standard LiegeStandard Liege
36
2373
3
9
First Division AFirst Division A
32
2104
2
9
Europa LeagueEuropa League
4
269
1
0

International career

SeasonTeam
2025
DR CongoDR Congo
3
72
0
0
Africa Cup of NationsAfrica Cup of Nations
3
72
0
0
2023
Belgium U21Belgium U21
3
213
0
0
EURO U21EURO U21
3
213
0
0

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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.