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Man City pair Foden, Lewis proud to represent academy in FA Cup win

Manchester City youngsters Phil Foden and Rico Lewis were proud to be part of their FA Cup winning team.

The pair are academy graduates and were delighted to represent the youth system at Wembley.

Foden said: "I'm over the world! To win it here at Wembley against United, with us being Academy players as well is extra special.

"We both did the same process, we went through the full Academy and it's been a ride. It's gone quickly. Now I'm here enjoying the moment with the fans."

Lewis added: "Phil has done the journey before me so it's a bit clearer for me that it's possible. That it does work going through the Academy. It's a dream come true.

"Once you see someone go before you, you know it's possible so you believe it more.

"As soon as Phil started playing, and you see he has such an important role in the team, it's enlightened everyone's eyes in the Academy."

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