Foden sent off after 23 minutes in Manchester derby at Old Trafford

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·13 September 2026

Phil Foden was sent off in the 23rd minute of Sunday’s Manchester derby at Old Trafford after a clash with Bruno Fernandes.

According to L'Équipe, the contest had opened at a gentle tempo before the flashpoint.

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While on the turf near the ball, Foden received a light kick from Fernandes.

He responded by kicking the Portuguese midfielder in the groin. The referee immediately dismissed him.

City were left with 10 against 11, and the incident could prove a turning point in the match.

Source: L'Équipe

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