Phil Foden's half-time substitution for Manchester City against Bournemouth was purely tactical, Pep Guardiola says, and more a reflection on replacement Jack Grealish's summer form.
Foden kept his place from the win at West Ham where he played on the right, but moved over to his favoured left position against Bournemouth as Riyad Mahrez replaced Grealish on the right. Foden justified his involvement as he scored City's third goal with an inside run - identical to a run earlier in the game where he had seen a shot saved.
However, with a 3-0 lead, Foden did not reappear for the second half, with Grealish replacing him, and Guardiola explained that there was no hint of an injury behind the decision.
