Man City vs Man Utd player ratings: Fabulous Foden puts ‘lost’ Garnacho in the shade
Alejandro Garnacho didn't pose any danger while attacking on the field - a photo by AFP photographer Paul Ellis shows this.
Manchester City, who are in the running for the title, managed to turn around a deficit to secure a vital 3-1 triumph over their rivals Manchester United, thanks to Phil Foden's two goals in the latter half of the game.
The winning team was shocked by an amazing goal scored by Marcus Rashford in the first eight minutes of the game, but were still the strongest team throughout the exciting Premier League match played at Etihad Stadium.
After a lot of pressure, the team finally succeeded when Foden scored from far away in the 56th minute, and then he scored again 10 minutes before the end of the match. In stoppage time, Erling Haaland secured the victory.
Who stepped up when it truly counted and who faltered when the heat was on?
The goalkeeper didn't have much to do during the match and Rashford's goal was unstoppable. He was brave with his kicks, which is typical of him. United thought they should have been awarded a penalty when Garnacho was brought down when he had the ball. Overall, the goalkeeper's performance earned him a rating of 6.
The maneuver where he passed the ball to Stones was successful for City. He displayed his speed on occasion while moving towards the right but was also well-behaved, deciding when to advance carefully. He earned a score of 7.
Starting at the center-back position during kick-off, this player swiftly shifted to the midfield where he obtained possession of the ball often. He utilized the time he had when in control and made smart choices with his passes to progress his team forward. His performance was rated 7.
In the game, John Stones displayed a confident and composed performance, showing that he's proficient both in defending and playing in midfield. This was captured by Getty Images photographer Ash Donelon.
Dutchman displayed his speed compared to Garnacho in the beginning phase. Maybe he wanted to play the ball with more speed but he still had a good performance in the afternoon. He was given a rating of 6.
points The goal scored by Rashford originated from his usual territory, but it was crucial in terms of City taking charge of the game. He effectively grabbed the ball from the defenders and dictated the rhythm of the match. He even had a powerful shot saved by the opposition goalkeeper. This performance earned him a rating of 8 points.
The player known for his precise shots showed his excitement by celebrating with his shotgun gesture after scoring two goals. He was the most dangerous player for the opponent team. He managed to locate open spaces throughout the front line. His first goal was outstanding and his second was a confident finish right in front of the England team coach. His performance was rated nine out of ten.
City's Phil Foden managed to score two goals, while Erling Haaland also scored a goal for the team. These players were the ones who helped secure City's win.
He was an integral part of the team's offensive strategy, continuously engaging with the ball and directing the flow of the game. Despite not providing any assists, he played a significant role in shifting the momentum of the match. His contribution was rated at an impressive 8.
He was really good at handling the ball. He didn't make any mistakes while he had it and he was one of the hardest workers on City's team. He might not be the star of the show, but he did a great job. I'd give him a 7.
In the stoppage-time, he scored a goal which brought back the regular occurrence, after he almost missed a goal which could have been the worst miss of the season during the first half of the game. His score was a seven.
Here are alternative ways to rewrite the blog section in free English: - Two remarkable goals were scored in the game: one by Alvarez in the 59th minute (assisted by Doku), and another by Bobb in the 97th minute (assisted by Foden). - The match became more exciting with two outstanding goals from different teams: Alvarez scored in the 59th minute with an assist from Doku, while Bobb found the net in the 90+7 minute thanks to Foden's assistance. - The game saw two unforgettable goals that made the crowd go wild: Alvarez and Doku combined for a great shot in the 59th minute, while Bobb and Foden pulled off a stunning goal in the 97th minute. - Both teams displayed their remarkable attacking skills which resulted in two amazing goals: Alvarez struck in the 59th minute with Doku's support, and Bobb sealed the victory in the 90+7 minute assisted by Foden. - The match witnessed two extraordinary moments when Alvarez and Bobb scored two impressive goals: Alvarez capitalized on Doku's pass in the 59th minute, while Bobb made a heroic finish in the 90+7 minute with the help of Foden.
The following players were not utilized during the match: Ortega (g), Kovacic, Gomez, Gvardiol, Akanji, Nunes, Lewis.
Angered supporters of City due to what they saw as a deliberate waste of time. Gave a highly confident performance while playing for United, but was unable to avert the goals. Received a rating of 7 out of 10.
The performance of Andre Onana was impressive during his latest game, according to the AFP photographer named Paul Ellis.
The Portugal right-back had a tough start to the season, but has picked up his game since the new year. He didn't make many attacking plays, but fought hard in defense. His performance was rated a 6.
After overcoming concerns about their fitness, they were able to play three games in a week and make several crucial defensive plays. It's likely that they were the standout player for United. They're deserving of a rating of 7.
The experienced defender's persistent effort was impressive despite being injured. He was noticeably absent after he was substituted. Rating: 7.
It was uneasy to see him play as a temporary left-back against Foden, who was clearly the best player on the field. It's surprising that he's been with the team for seven years, but he simply isn't up to par. He only deserves a 4 out of 10 rating.
In the recent football match, Phil Foden was too much for Victor Lindelof to handle. This resulted in Lindelof struggling to keep up with Foden's skill on the field.
During the first half of the game, he played hard and put in a lot of effort, but in the second half, he seemed to be left behind by the action on the field. This performance will likely not silence those who believe he is no longer physically capable of keeping up with the demands of professional soccer. It would be best for him to be transferred to another team during this upcoming summer season. His current team will benefit from finding a replacement for him.
He put in a lot of effort and displayed some impressive skills, but was unable to make a significant impact in the game that City dominated. He earned a rating of 5.
This player was not very strong when it came to defending, struggled to keep the ball under control, and didn't pose much danger when on the counter-attack. There were moments where he seemed confused and overwhelmed by the many opposing players in blue. Overall, his performance was subpar and he received a rating of 4.
United had a strong player in the first half, though they didn't make much of an impact in the second half and seemed to be following the opposition instead of leading. Their performance in the second half was rated a 5.
The England striker successfully scored a magnificent goal to give United the lead, but unfortunately, things didn't go much better from there. They missed a few opportunities and seemed to lack confidence, resulting in a less than satisfactory performance earning a score of 5.
United got off to a great start thanks to Marcus Rashford, as can be seen in the Getty Images/Ash Donelon photo.
Rashford was let loose towards the goal with a great pass from his fellow team member, but unfortunately, he didn't capitalize on this opportunity. However, as the game progressed, Rashford's performance started to decline and he was less effective. Overall, his rating for the game is 5.
Willy Kambwala, who wore the number 69 jersey for Evans, had a difficult time scoring as he received a rating of 5. Antony, who was substituted on for Rashford at the 75 minute mark, was once again unnoticeable and received a rating of 4. In the 82nd minute, Sofyan Amrabat made a terrible mistake that led to City's third goal, resulting in a rating of 3. Omari Forson was substituted on for Garnacho at the same time, but unfortunately did not have an impact and received a rating of 5.
Bayindir, Eriksen, Diallo, Collyer, and Ogunneye were not utilized or employed for the task.
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