See Fans’ reaction as Foden passes driving test

Manchester City player Phil Foden has shown off his driving test certificate, and fans were shocked to find out what his middle name is.

Fans’ reactions 

Foden is doing well off the field as well; on Instagram, the midfield player flaunted his certificate of passing the practical driving test. The certificate has his full name written as ‘Mr Philip Walter Foden,’ and the test seemed to have been taken in a Volkswagen hatchback. Fans were taken by surprise by his middle name, with one writing: “Philip Walter Foden – amazing name.” Another said: “That name suits him. Sir Philip Walter Foden Esq.”

Rumours claim that Foden’s grandmother had given him the nickname “Ronnie” because of his round head when he was a baby. Ronnie, However, Foden’s four-year-old son – Ronnie has gained widespread attention on social media after he was brought to the field following City’s Champions League victory in Istanbul in May. He was nicknamed “El Wey” and his Instagram account which is managed by his parents currently boasts more than four million followers.

In contrast, his TikTok account has over three million likes and over 500,000 followers. There is a likely heartwarming story behind his middle name. Foden’s grandfather is called Walter, while his father has the same full name of Philip Walter Foden.

Guardiola assessment of Foden

Manager Pep Guardiola at one praised Foden earlier August for his brilliance with the ball. According to Guardiola, he said Foden has an exquisite positioning which has turned out to be a key factor in his game style in the club.

“Every control, he knows exactly what is the goal. He doesn’t need two or three touches to get in the right position to attack the goal. In just one touch he is attacking.”

The 23-year-old has scored four goals and provided three assists for City in 15 Premier League appearances so far this season.