"Phil is a lovely guy, he said. I know sometimes he struggles when people criticise him. Football is not easy and he showed [against United] again that talent-wise you cannot say a word about him. I'm very happy for him, I know his qualities and I know that he will show that to everyone. I have no doubt about him. I'm very happy for him. He deserves it."
"Today was for me already a victory, he said post-match. Why? Because I knew that after the game today I'm going to baptise myself; I'm going to be baptised. Maybe that's why I felt like I was pushed today. That's why I'm very happy with the performance as well. As a Christian, when you get baptised, your old nature, your old sinful nature, dies and you start living with God."
Phil Foden scored City's opener in the 3-0 derby win over Manchester United at the Etihad. Last season he struggled with injury and off-field issues after the finest campaign of his career, when he scored 19 Premier League goals and helped City win a fourth consecutive title while earning PFA and FWA men's player of the year awards. Jeremy Doku acknowledged that Foden can be affected by criticism and expressed confidence that Foden will rediscover his best form. Doku was a standout performer against United, creating goals for Foden and Erling Haaland. Doku linked part of his own strong display to his Christian faith and imminent baptism, describing spiritual renewal and increased motivation.
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