The 22nd round of the 2025/26 Premier League season will feature a Manchester derby, with Manchester City traveling to Old Trafford to challenge Manchester United. England midfielder Freddie Foden stated in an interview that he has gradually adapted to his new role in the team and aims to continue making an impact on the pitch.

Manchester City drew 1-1 with Brighton in their last league match thanks to a penalty goal by Haaland. City currently sit second in the table with 43 points, six points behind league leaders Arsenal.

In terms of head-to-head records, Manchester City have won 2, drawn 1 and lost 2 of their last 5 matches against Manchester United, including a 3-0 home victory in the first leg of this season after goals from Foden and Haaland.

Manchester City midfielder 25-year-old Foden said, "This is a very important game for me, a match that I will be focusing on from the very beginning, and a game that I really hope to play and participate in."

"You can feel that this game carries a lot of weight, and it has a special meaning for the fans. It's a game that everyone will talk about. We also joke about it with our family and friends. This is a game that we can brag about after winning."

Foden also stated, "Anything can happen in these kinds of matches, and we've seen this in other derbies. All we have to do is stay focused, do our best, and play to our strengths."

Foden has scored 7 goals and provided 2 assists for Manchester City in the Premier League this season, and has also scored 2 goals and provided 1 assist in the Champions League.

Foden continued, "I feel I'm having a greater impact on the game and helping the team organize attacks. I'm playing deeper in some games than before and am gradually adapting to my new role."

“I feel refreshed and I’m doing my best to help the team. I believe I have the ability to score and assist in important matches.”

In addition, Semenho, the new signing who joined Manchester City last week, has scored in both the FA Cup and the League Cup, showing a very impressive performance and providing Guardiola with different options in the forward line.

Speaking about his new teammate, Foden said, "He has excellent physical strength and speed, and he can also protect the ball with his back to goal. He is equally good with both feet. He is an incredible player and has had a very good start to the season. Hopefully, he can continue to do so."