With goals from Foden and Doku, Manchester City beat Alderweireld 2-0 in the first round of the 2025 Club World Cup Group G. Foden said he is looking forward to the new season and hopes to perform well in every game.

Savio's pass in the 2nd minute was blocked by Veda goalkeeper Benabid, and Foden in the penalty area shot directly into the goal, helping Manchester City take the lead 1-0.

In the 42nd minute, Foden took a corner kick and Doku volleyed the ball into the goal, helping Manchester City extend their lead to 2-0.

In the end, Manchester City defeated Vedas Athletic Club 2-0 at Lincoln Financial Stadium and successfully won 3 points.

In the 2024/25 Premier League, Foden contributed 7 goals and 2 assists for Manchester City, and 3 goals and 1 assist in the Champions League.

Reflecting on his performance against Al-Vedda, the 25-year-old Manchester City midfielder Foden said: "Most of my goals are scored in the penalty area, so I always stay alert. This ball fell right in front of me and I took advantage of the opportunity, so I feel very happy."

"I'm very happy that the team can start the journey of this tournament with a victory. The game was not easy. The weather was very hot and we are not used to playing in such conditions, so we had to control the ball better and be more patient. To be honest, the opponent's counterattack was very sharp and created a lot of opportunities. We also had to deal with them carefully. I am satisfied with the overall performance and I am very happy to get 3 points."

Foden continued, "I am looking forward to the new season. Although it is only the beginning, I will continue to work hard in training and strive to be the best of myself, and I hope to have such performance in every game."

In addition, Manchester City's new signings Reinders and Rayan Sherki made their debuts in this game. Foden said, "They are all top players and have adapted very quickly, and I am looking forward to continuing to play with them."