City are back” sang the Manchester City fans and this was the most compelling piece of evidence that, finally, they are. Phil Foden – with two goals and an assist – certainly is back. And what a difference a fully fit Kevin de Bruyne – with three assists – makes.

Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola has said his side were back to their old selves following a 6-0 demolition of Ipswich Town on Sunday that moved them into the Premier League top four. City put their struggles over the last two months behind them as Phil Foden scored twice and set up another goal and Erling Haaland also got on the scoresheet in a much-needed win that moved them up to fourth on 38 points.

Premier League result and reaction as Phil Foden sparks thrashing - The champions ran riot at Portman Road with Foden grabbing a double and Erling Haaland celebrating his new deal with a goal

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