On matchday 2 of group G, the Citizens were able to defeat RB Leipzig with a 3-1 score at the Red Bull Arena stadium. The goal of the match for the local team was scored by Lois Openda (2′ 2T). While the away goals were scored by Phil Foden (25′ 1T), Julián Álvarez (38′ 2T) and Jeremy Doku (46′ 2T).
A highlight of the match was Julián Álvarez’s goal in the 38th minute of the second half. Jeremy Doku had an assist that the forward took advantage of in the semicircle. He finished the ball into the goalkeeper’s left corner.
Manchester City lost the chance to take the lead 62 minutes into the second half, hitting the post with a shot that Phil Foden regretted.
The figure of the meeting was Phil Foden. The Manchester City midfielder stood out against RB Leipzig as he scored 1 goal, made 51 correct passes and kicked 6 times on goal.
Rico Lewis was also key at the Red Bull Arena. The Manchester City midfielder stood out against RB Leipzig as he gave 76 correct passes and stole 3 balls.
With some infractions and constant pauses, the game was played between both teams. There were 3 reprimands: Manuel Akanji, Xaver Schlager and David Raum.
RB Leipzig coach Marco Rose set up a 4-4-2 formation on the field with Janis Blaswich in goal; Lukas Klostermann, Mohamed Simakan, Castello Lukeba and David Raum on the defensive line; Xavi Simons, Xaver Schlager, Nicolas Seiwald and Emil Forsberg in the middle; and Lois Openda and Yussuf Yurary Poulsen in attack.
For their part, those led by Josep Guardiola stood with a 4-5-1 strategy with Ederson between the three sticks; Kyle Walker, Manuel Akanji, Rúben Dias and Josko Gvardiol in defense; Rico Lewis, Rodri, Phil Foden, Bernardo Silva and Jack Grealish in the midfield; and Erling Haaland up front.
The match at the Red Bull Arena stadium was officiated by referee Artur Ribeiro Soares Dias.
On the next date, RB Leipzig will host Estrella Roja. On the other hand, the Citizens will visit Young Boys.
Manchester City leads Group G with 6 points and RB Leipzig is in second place with 3 points.
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