Kevin De Bruyne opened the scoring after 10 minutes, before the hosts struck back shortly after the half-hour mark.
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Bernardo Silva flicked us ahead just before the interval and with Pep Guardiola‘s men set to settle for a one goal advantage, Foden slotted in a third goal deep into second half stoppage time.
The goal provides a crucial two-goal cushion ahead of the return leg at the Etihad Stadium next month.
Foden said: “I’m delighted with that one just before the end of the game.
“It’s such an important goal as well, so yeah, I’m very happy.
“I’m delighted with that performance. I think getting the early goal settled us a little bit.
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“It’s such a difficult place to come. The crowd are so loud, sometimes you can’t even hear your own teammates.
“I’m delighted with the performance and we’ll take the 3-1 back.”
Foden also spoke about his flourishing partnership with De Bruyne and spoke about the team’s hunger for more success this season.
Watch the entire interview via the video at the top of the page.
