The treble winners draw closer to Liverpool as they secured a win in the Manchester Derby. Phil Foden stepped up In the second, Half as his Brace turned the game around for Man City.
Match Overview: Foden The New Superstar
Marcus Rashford secured an unexpected early lead for the visitors, as he delivered a powerful long shot. The home side tried to find their way back into the match, as they tested Onana severally.
Haaland’s shocking miss from a close range was a big opportunity for Manchester City to equalize, but United managed to hold on to their lead until halftime.
The second half began, and Guardiola’s men continued to press the red devils ruthlessly. Foden’s left-foot shot from the center of the box was blocked in the opening minutes of the second half. Jeremy Doku wasn’t left out of the action as he tried to get the City back into the game.
After so much assault on Manchester United Phil Foden was able to find the back of the net. He delivered a left-footed shot from outside the box, to the top left corner and he was assisted by Rodri.
It wasn’t looking like a derby again due to the continuous high press from the home side. Phil Foden found the back of the net again in the 80th minute. This time the assist came from the Argentine Julian Alvarez. The Manchester United defense further aided the additional goal of the match during extra time. City’s top scorer made good use of the opportunity as he added his name to the scoring shit.
Man City Are Still Title Contenders
The defending champions are still strong contenders for the league title. Manchester City is just one point behind Liverpool. Guardiola’s men surely wouldn’t end this season trophy-less, another treble is still achievable. They are currently in both the FA Cup and the UEFA Champions League. With Kevin De Bruyne and Erling Haaland returning from injury, the team is gradually returning to form.
What’s Next
Man City battles Liverpool next weekend with hopes of defeating them and climbing up the League table. Although Jurgen Klopp’s men are eager to give him a befitting send-off as they plan to deliver a quadruple. Although they have been faced with serious injuries lately.
City will host Copenhagen during the week and will try to secure their quarter-final spot in the Champions League. Liverpool will also play Sparta Praha during the week without their star man (Mohamed Salah) and goalie (Allison Becker) still not in action.
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