Head-to-Head Comparison

Phil Foden and Cole Palmer face off in this head-to-head comparison. Both are Midfielders — Phil Foden plays for Manchester City in the Premier League and represents England, while Cole Palmer turns out for Chelsea in the Premier League for England. Phil Foden is the elder of the two at 25, with Cole Palmer 2 years younger at 23.

In front of goal, Phil Foden leads with 135 career goals to Cole Palmer's 80. For assists, Phil Foden edges ahead with 89 versus 60 for Cole Palmer. Phil Foden has the more decorated cabinet with 11 career trophies compared to 3 for Cole Palmer. Internationally, Phil Foden has earned more caps (48) compared to Cole Palmer's 22.

Based on the 11 statistical categories above, Phil Foden comes out on top — winning 8 of the 11 measurable stats compared to Cole Palmer's 3. Of course, statistics only tell part of the story, and football fans will always debate the intangibles.