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PHIL FODEN’S SPARK AND HAALAND’S RECORD POWER MAN CITY GLORY

Phil Foden staked a huge claim for an England recall with a brilliant brace in Man City's 4-1 UCL win over Dortmund. His timely performance puts pressure on boss Gareth Southgate ahead of the final World Cup qualifiers.

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Phil Foden scored twice against Borussia Dortmund - Photo Credit: Nick Potts/PA

Phil Foden's two outstanding goals in Manchester City's 4-1 Champions League victory against Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday served as a stark warning to England's head coach.

After ignoring Foden thus far this season and with the World Cup approaching, Tuchel will announce his most recent England team this week.

However, the City forward's outstanding performance against Dortmund bolstered his case for a recall. At the Etihad Stadium, he scored in each half, with Erling Haaland, of course, scoring his 27th goal of the year in between. Waldemar Anton gave Dortmund the lead, while substitute Rayan Cherki took the other.

England has already qualified for the World Cup, and Tuchel will announce his team on Friday for the last World Cup qualifiers against Serbia and Albania.

After a disappointing season in which City lost the Premier League title, Foden has returned to some of his greatest form this season. His two goals on Tuesday, both of which were swept low into the bottom corner, brought his season total to four goals and might have been the perfect opportunity to get Tuchel's attention.

With players like Anthony Gordon, Marcus Rashford, and Eberechi Eze all increasing the battle for spots, his exclusion from England's four games this season has generated a lot of discussion.

Foden is still expected to play regularly for England even though he is considered by many to be among the most talented English players of his generation.

And despite being given opportunities in the Germans' first games as manager earlier this season, it seems he has not persuaded Tuchel yet.

In European club soccer's top competition, Haaland scored for City for the fifth straight game, setting another Champions League scoring record.

He previously accomplished that milestone with past clubs RB Salzburg and Dortmund, making him the first player to do so with three separate teams, according to City.

His most recent goal, a forceful close-range attempt, was his 54th in 52 Champions League contests. The record for scoring 60 goals in the fewest number of games (80) is held by Lionel Messi. It appears that Haaland will surpass that, perhaps even before the league stage of this year's competition is over.

Rodri returned from a hamstring injury against Bournemouth last weekend, but he did not even make the bench. His absence raises questions about his availability for Sunday's league matchup against Liverpool.

Due to an ACL injury, Rodri missed much of last season, and this season, he has not contributed much.

PSG PLOT MOVE TO SECURE ERIC GARCIA FROM BARCELONA

PSG may accelerate their interest in Barcelona's Eric Garcia for a January move. The need for a versatile defender has increased after Achraf Hakimi's ankle injury and upcoming AFCON absence.

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PSG Set Sights on Barcelona Defender Eric Garcia - Photo Credit: Getty Images

The transfer intentions of Paris Saint-Germain might be expedited. The current European champions are interested in Barcelona's Eric Garcia (24), according to a report from L'Équipe. They had planned to move in the summer, but they might potentially move as early as January.

Garcia, a former defender for Manchester City, has a contract that ends at the end of the current campaign. Similar to Lucas Hernandez, PSG is looking for a versatile defender who can play both left and centre back.

Garcia is considered a market potential and fits into that category. But it is a chance that may be taken sooner rather than later. Achraf Hakimi may be sidelined for almost two months after suffering a major ankle sprain on Tuesday night. Les Parisiens might not hire in this field as early as January, even if they were thinking about it. However, PSG would be required to pay a transfer price if they were to entice the Spaniard to the Parc des Princes. Even if Hakimi makes a timely comeback, the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will almost definitely keep the right-back out of action in January.

LAMINE YAMAL SLAMS FALSE INJURY CLAIMS, ASSURES FANS HE’S FIT

Lamine Yamal dismissed injury "lies" and refound his brilliant form in Barcelona's 3-3 UCL draw with Club Brugge. The winger scored and assisted, calling for improvement ahead of a tough La Liga trip to Celta Vigo.

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Lamine Yamal Quashes Injury Myths - Image via Stuart Franklin/Getty Images

Lamine Yamal's comeback to form was one bright spot in Barcelona's dismal stalemate with Club Brugge on Wednesday. Although the 18-year-old has recently fallen short of his extremely high standards, he was back to his unplayable best in Belgium.

Lamine Yamal was a one-man army at times, pushing Barcelona ahead with goals and assists. He discussed his objective briefly and responded to Barcelona's draw with Club Brugge, according to Diario AS.

"We knew Club Brugge was a strong club; when they score three goals, it is hard to win." We need to get better at it. Fermin passes it with his heel, and I am left with the notion that we were unable to win. (My goal is) a short play.

Lamine Yamal's injury problems have received a lot of attention in recent weeks. He has been suffering with pubalgia since September, and it has not gone away. The man has now made an effort to correct the numerous reports that have been made about this.

I have to play, so I do not read much. I am saddened by the amount of talk about my pubalgia, but it is all lies. I have always been content because I was concentrating on what I do best, which is returning to work and performing at this level. I must continue to perform my duties.

Lamine Yamal must improve on this performance for Barcelona.
In order to maintain their position in the La Liga title battle, Barcelona must defeat Celta Vigo, where they have infamously struggled, in their penultimate game before the November international break on Sunday. If the Catalans are to win at Balaidos, Lamine Yamal will undoubtedly need to duplicate the performance against Club Brugge.

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