It’s about this time within the season when Man Metropolis usually go on an epic profitable run, and if their efficiency in opposition to Aston Villa – which included a Phil Foden hat-trick – is something to go by, then Arsenal and Liverpool have all of it to do.
Unai Emery’s aspect had been properly within the recreation till Foden blasted in a free-kick simply earlier than half-time, however thereafter there was just one crew in it.
Man Metropolis participant scores:
Stefan Ortega (5) – Had little to do however guarantee he remained concentrated all through. No probability with the aim.
Rico Lewis (6) – Did properly within the absence of Kyle Walker if not a headline grabbing efficiency.
Ruben Dias (8) – Captain on the night time, and he was rock strong on the again, however being undone for Villa’s aim.
Manuel Akanji (7) – Was an excellent foil for Dias, permitting his defensive accomplice to roam if wanted. Strong sufficient.
Josko Gvardiol (6) – Not considered one of his greatest video games although removed from his worst, Gvardiol did what wanted to be carried out however no extra.
Rodri (9) – An absolute powerhouse within the centre of midfield. Scored a season’s greatest eighth aim to set Metropolis on their means.
Bernardo Silva (8) – Offers the category and complicated play that Man Metropolis thrive upon. A relentless menace for Unai Emery’s aspect.
Jeremy Doku (6) – Had the entire trickery however little of the execution and it wasn’t a shock when he was subbed late on.
Phil Foden (10) – One in every of his greatest video games in a Man Metropolis shirt. Nice objectives, labored onerous all through till subbed off. Bodes properly for England this summer time.
Jack Grealish (5) – Booed each time he touched the ball in opposition to his previous aspect. Eager to be concerned at each alternative however couldn’t benefit from possibilities that got here his means.
Julian Alvarez (8) – Changed Erling Haaland within the beginning line-up and totally justified Pep Guardiola’s choice. A aim would’ve underscored a hard-working particular person efficiency.
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Mateo Kovacic (4) – Stored issues easy in the midst of the park after changing Bernardo Silva.
Sergio Gomez (4) – Didn’t have lengthy to impress however nonetheless managed to hit the put up with a late effort.
Matheus Nunes (4) – Got here on for Rodri and while not as imposing a presence, saved himself busy.
Oscar Bobb (4) – Changed Foden with 10 minutes to go however wasn’t capable of impose himself.
