With a score of 3 to 1, Manchester City defeated FC Copenhagen and was in the Quarterfinals

In key 7 of the UEFA Champions League – 2023-2024 tournament, the Citizens easily beat Copenhagen 3-1. The goals of the match for the local team were scored by Manuel Akanji (4′ 1T), Julián Álvarez (8′ 1T) and Erling Haaland (47′ 1T). While the away goal was scored by Mohamed Elyounoussi (28′ 1T).

Erling Haaland made the stadium vibrate with his definition, in the 47th minute of the first stage. A cross from Rodri left the forward to define from the large area and put the ball into the goal defended by Kamil Grabara.

Manchester City had the chance to increase the difference with Rodri’s shot, which he could not convert when the ball hit the post 8 minutes into the first stage.

Manuel Akanji distinguished himself as the most outstanding player of the match. The Manchester City defender was important for scoring 1 goal and taking 2 balls out of the danger area.

Another important player in the match was Rodri. The Manchester City midfielder made 49 correct passes.

The match stood out for its intensity and the fouls committed during the match. There were 2 reprimands: Andreas Cornelius and Magnus Mattson.

Man City’s technical director, Josep Guardiola, proposed a 4-5-1 strategy with Ederson in goal; Rico Lewis, Manuel Akanji, Rúben Dias and Josko Gvardiol on the defensive line; Rodri, Mateo Kovacic, Matheus Nunes, Oscar Bobb and Julián Álvarez in the middle; and Erling Haaland in attack.

For their part, those led by Jacob Neestrup stood with a 5-4-1 formation with Kamil Grabara between the three sticks; Peter Ankersen, Denis Vavro, Kevin Diks, Scott Mckenna and Elias Jelert in defense; Victor Froholdt, William Clem, Mohamed Elyounoussi and Elias Achouri in midfield; and Orri Óskarsson up front.

The judge selected for the match at the Etihad Stadium was Espen Eskas.

With this victory, Manchester City reached the Quarterfinals in the second leg and put an end to FC Copenhagen’s dream.

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