Our togetherness came through against Leeds, says Foden | OneFootball

Phil Foden has praised City's belief, unity and togetherness after our thrilling 3-2 Premier League victory over Leeds United at the Etihad Stadium.

Match Report

Foden double sees off stubborn Leeds

The Englishman got us off to the perfect start with the second fastest goal of the Premier League season so far, netting in just 59 seconds.

Josko Gvardiol doubled our lead shortly after in a dominant first 45 minutes, but the visitors fought back after the break, with substitute Dominic Calvert-Lewin pulling a goal back after 49 minutes.

Former City man Lukas Nmecha then saw his penalty saved by Gianluigi Donnarumma, but tapped in the rebound to make it 2-2.

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Foden stuck a dramatic winner in the first minute of stoppage time to snatch the three points and propel us up to second in the Premier League table.

“It’s up there as one of the wildest games,” declared Foden after the game. “We had full control in the first half. They changed their system in the second half and we couldn’t get going.

“It was a frustrating half. But when there was a short break the manager got us together and we adapted to their formation. We had a few half chances and finally I’ve found a bit of space and found the bottom of the net. There are still things we can improve. We’re delighted with the result.

“The title race is never straightforward. There’s always ups and downs and periods where you can’t seem to get going and we’ve had that.

“The belief and togetherness came through at the end. Hopefully that’s the case today that we can kick on from here. But you never know what to expect.”

Foden now has 64 Premier League goals in his career, overtaking City legend Yaya Toure and footballing icon David Beckham.

“I was so hungry today to play and prove to myself I could still score goals,” said Foden.

“I missed a few chances against Newcastle and wanted to put it right.”