Manchester City, nicknamed "The Blue Moon," will host Bournemouth, nicknamed "The Cherries," at the Etihad Stadium in another key Premier League match of the 2025/26 season. Manager Pep Guardiola stated in an interview that starting alongside Laryan Scherki would be a good option.

In the last league match, Manchester City lost 0-1 to Aston Villa away from home after Cash scored a goal in the first half. They have achieved a record of 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in the last 5 rounds.

However, in the earlier English League Cup, Manchester City relied on goals from Doku, Malmush and Rajan Scherki to defeat Swansea 3-1 and advance to the quarterfinals.

When asked whether Foden and Laryan Scherki would start together, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said, "Playing them together throughout the season is a real option, just like Malmush and Haaland playing together. While it could be considered an alternative, it's also important to realize what's needed in the Premier League."

“Some opponents and their physical intensity, especially the first half against Aston Villa, that game made it very clear. We couldn’t handle that intensity, but Foden and Laryan Scherki worked very hard, and they will continue to learn.”

Guardiola pointed out, "I won't ask players not to play in a certain way, but they must meet a minimum standard to support the team, otherwise it will cause problems. When we have a lot of players who need to be creative, as I said before after the Aston Villa game, this is a question we must find the answer to, and we will find it."

In addition, 25-year-old Foden is about to reach the milestone of 200 Premier League appearances. Guardiola said, "It is an honor to witness all of this with him. The impact he has on the club he loves and to reach such a milestone at this age is really special."

As for whether Foden will be called up to the England national team again, Guardiola said, "That's a decision Tuchel needs to make. Foden has to do his best, but the competition won't be easy. England has many excellent players in that position. He needs to perform well every day, and then Tuchel will make the best choice for the England national team."