Phil Foden Trains Ahead of Manchester City’s Champions League Clash with Juventus Amid Defensive Injury Crisis
Phil Foden returned to training with Manchester City at the City Football Academy ahead of their crucial Champions League trip to face Juventus, providing a rare boost for Pep Guardiola. The 24-year-old missed last week’s games with bronchitis but joined Tuesday’s session despite struggling to replicate last season’s stellar form.
Meanwhile, City’s defensive crisis deepens. Manu Akanji is doubtful after his injury against Forest, while Nathan Ake and John Stones remain sidelined with long-term issues. Key players Rodri, Mateo Kovacic, and Oscar Bobb also missed training, further complicating Guardiola’s preparations.
The injury-hit squad has faced relentless setbacks this season, with Rodri suffering a season-ending knee injury shortly after Kevin De Bruyne was ruled out for months. Guardiola lamented his lack of options, acknowledging the uphill battle:
“We will have few players to rotate in this period. It’s not luck—it’s life. Accept it, and this is the challenge.”
City head to Turin hoping to overcome adversity and maintain their Champions League ambitions.
