After a strange down season, Phil Foden looked back to his best in the Manchester derby | Jonathan Wilson

In the article, Jonathan Wilson discusses the recent performance of Phil Foden, the attacking midfielder for Manchester City. Foden had a strange down season last year, but in the recent Manchester derby, he seemed to have regained his best form, which could be a boost for Manchester City this season and for England's hopes in the 2026 World Cup. The article mentions that Foden was a key player for England's U-17 World Cup win in 2017 and had been one of the best players in the Premier League for four seasons. However, last season saw a dip in his performance, and he also struggled to replicate his club form for the English national team. The article suggests that Foden's struggles for England may be due to the specific style of play at Manchester City, which he is accustomed to, and the lack of balance in the English national team's front line. The article is 195 words long and covers the most important facts about Foden's recent performance and its potential impact on Manchester City and the English national team.