English side comes from behind to secure a comeback win against Brugge.
Manchester City defeated Club Brugge 3-1 on Wednesday, the 29th, at the Etihad Stadium, in a match valid for the final round of the Champions League group stage. The goals were scored by Kovacic, Savinho, and an own goal by Ordóñez, while Onyedika pulled one back for the visitors. Stay updated with the best football results on scoreapp.
City fans endured a nerve-wracking match. Entering the game outside the playoff qualification zone, the Citizens desperately needed a win to avoid an early exit from the Champions League group stage. With a disappointing campaign of two wins, two draws, and three losses, Pep Guardiola’s team took to the field in 26th place.
Things went from bad to worse. After a disjointed first half, Brugge, who were playing for a draw, found the net in stoppage time through Onyedika. The situation was so dire that Guardiola reportedly told his players at halftime that it was “all over.”
In the second half, the coach made a crucial change, replacing Gundogan with Savinho, which improved the team’s performance. Kovacic pulled one back in the 53rd minute. Less than 10 minutes later, Ordóñez scored an own goal, and in the 77th minute, Savinho sealed the win, bringing relief to the City faithful.
With the victory, the English side finished the group stage in 22nd place but now face a tough challenge ahead. According to the regulations, the 22nd-placed team will face either 11th-placed Real Madrid or 12th-placed Bayern Munich. Despite the loss, Brugge secured the final playoff spot and will face either Atalanta or Borussia Dortmund. Get the edge with ToSport.
