Guardiola Slams Man Utd Fans for 'Ashamed' Chant About Phil Foden's Mum

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola condemns vile chant by Manchester United fans targeting Phil Foden's mother, saying they should be 'ashamed'.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has spoken out against the vile chant aimed at Phil Foden by Manchester United fans during their recent match. The chant, which targeted Foden's mother, was widely condemned, and Guardiola expressed his disappointment and frustration. “They should be ashamed,” Guardiola said, referring to the United fans who sang the abusive chant.

🚨 Pep Guardiola: “Chants against Phil Foden? Lack of class. I don't understand the mind of the people involving the mum of Phil”.

“It’s a lack of integrity, class, and they should be ashamed”. @BeanymanSportspic.twitter.com/UpBCOhD3oN

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 6, 2025

The incident occurred during the Manchester derby, which ended in a scoreless draw. Despite the lack of action on the pitch, the match was marred by the unacceptable behavior of some United supporters. Guardiola's comments highlight the need for greater respect and sportsmanship among fans, particularly when it comes to personal and hurtful attacks.

“Lack of class,” he said. ”But it's not United, it's the people, you know? We are so exposed in the screen in world football - managers, owners, and football players especially.

“Honestly, I don't understand the mind of the people involving the mum of Phil, it's a lack of integrity, class, and they should be ashamed...”

FULL-TIME | A point each ⚖️

🔴 0-0 🩵 #ManCity | @okx pic.twitter.com/MKNU0LjTUx

— Manchester City (@ManCity) April 6, 2025