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Published on 2024-05-17 16:30:00
Peter Crouch, a former Premier League striker, has claimed that a player in Manchester City’s squad is better than the legendary Frank Lampard. Crouch, who has vast experience playing against and alongside top-level players, believes he has the credentials to make such a statement. In a recent video on the That Peter Crouch Podcast YouTube channel, Crouch chose Phil Foden over Lampard when asked to pick between players from England’s 2004 squad and the current team.
Frank Lampard, who had a successful career with Chelsea and Manchester City, scored 177 goals and provided 112 assists in 611 Premier League games, winning three titles in the process. Lampard was inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame in 2021, solidifying his status as a legend of English football. On the other hand, Phil Foden, a young talent from Manchester City, has made a significant impact with 85 goals and 52 assists in 268 senior appearances for the club, winning multiple Premier League titles and receiving accolades such as the Football Writers’ Player of the Year.
Crouch’s decision to choose Foden over Lampard for his dream England XI may be attributed to Foden’s impressive statistics and accomplishments at a young age. With Foden’s standout performances in the Premier League and European competitions, coupled with his role in City’s success, Crouch sees him as a player who surpasses the standards set by legendary players like Lampard. This comparison highlights the evolution of football and the emergence of new talents who are making a mark on the game.
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