Phil Foden made his first Premier League start for Manchester City in the 2-0 victory over Cardiff City (Getty)

Manchester City prospect Phil Foden described his Premier League debut for the champions as a ‘dream come true’ after completing 90 minutes in the 2-0 win over Cardiff at the Etihad.

England youngster Foden, touted as a star of the future for both club and country, had previously only started for City in cup matches, with his only league appearances coming as a substitute.

Pep Guardiola handed the 18-year old his first start as City swept aside Cardiff to return to the top of the Premier League.

“It’s good to get the start today.” Foden told Sky Sports after the game.

“It was a dream come true to start in the Premier League. I just wanted to enjoy it.”

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The youngster put in an impressive display and almost capped his performance with a goal, but was twice denied by Bluebirds goalkeeper Neil Etheridge and also hit the post.

“I don’t think it was my day but as long as we won, that’s the main thing” Foden added.

Kevin De Bruyne opened the scoring for City, before Leroy Sane added the second before the break, and the Belgian was full of praise for the debutant.

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“He’s doing very well. He’s very talented.” De Bruyne said.

“Our team is world class, to come in the team you have to prove yourself, and that’s what he’s doing when he’s on the field.

“He needs to keep working and maybe he’ll help us win some titles in the end.”

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Manager Guardiola was also impressed with Foden and hinted the England youth international will feature again this season as the club chase a historic quadruple.

“He’s ready. He’s absolutely ready to play for us.” the City manager said.

“He did everything well. He’s only 18 but looks like he has a lot of experience. We know he’s good enough to play with us.”

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