Phil Foden Fires Back at Anfield Criticism and Slot’s ‘115 Charges’ Jab with Bizarre Instagram Posts”
Liverpool delivered a dominant performance against Manchester City at Anfield, extending their lead over the defending Premier League champions to 11 points and tightening their grip on the title race.
Among City’s underwhelming performers, Phil Foden stood out for all the wrong reasons. The England international received a dismal 6.0 rating on SofaScore, the lowest of any player on the pitch. Struggling throughout the game, Foden won just one of eight ground duels and lost possession 12 times, as Liverpool’s midfield trio of Ryan Gravenberch, Alexis Mac Allister, and Dominik Szoboszlai overwhelmed him. A moment of skill from Gravenberch left Foden visibly outclassed, further highlighting the disparity between the two sides.
Foden’s poor showing, dubbed a “Merseyside disasterclass,” has likely attracted criticism, prompting a response from the 24-year-old on social media. The Manchester City star shared a photo of himself with his career trophies and last season’s footballer of the year award, seemingly reminding critics of his past achievements. However, with just three goals and two assists in 17 matches this season, Foden’s current form doesn’t align with the accolades he showcased.
Adding fuel to the rivalry, Arne Slot’s pointed “115 charges” remark about City underscores the growing tension between Liverpool and their M62 rivals. As Liverpool continue to assert dominance at the top of the table, City’s struggles only deepen, setting the stage for a fiery rivalry to escalate further.