Man City secured a historic treble after their 1-0 win over Inter Milan in the final of the Champions League. Ataturk Olympic Stadium history was made when Rodri’s sidefooted goal midway through the second half broke through Inter’s defense. Despite Federico Dimarco’s header hitting the crossbar and Ederson’s amazing save on Romelu Lukaku, City managed to hold on and make stadium history. After overcoming Arsenal to win the Premier League trophy and Manchester United to win the FA Cup at Wembley, they achieved a feat that mirrored their city rivals’ accomplishment from 1999 with this victory. Pep Guardiola began sobbing following the game. Even though the Catalan coach had achieved success at City, this was the moment they had all been waiting for—the first time they had ever been named European champions. Find the Man City Player Ratings below.
Ederson – 8
A slack pass in the first half gave Inter the chance to score, and later, after Manuel Akanji and he had trouble communicating, he had to rush off his line to deny Lautaro Martinez. However, after two outstanding saves in the dying minutes, none of that mattered.
Nathan Ake – 7
Brought back into the team to replace Kyle Walker after sitting on the bench against Real Madrid in the semifinals, and his performance there justified his reinstatement. Denzel Dumfries, who is often dangerous, didn’t bother him very often, and he played the ball well.
Ruben Dias – 8
Early on, an outstanding defensive header set the foundation for a dominant individual effort. Despite Inter pushing, dominated defensively and always appeared confident on the ball.
Manuel Akanji – 7
Before the goal, produced a superb pass that set up Bernardo Silva, balancing out some uncomfortable defensive lapses. a contributing factor in the misunderstanding that allowed Martinez to pass through in the second half and in the failure of his teammates to clear their lines before Federico Dimarco hit the crossbar shortly after the goal.
John Stones – 8
Again seemed to be in total command of his new midfield position, cheerfully accepting the ball under pressure, reusing the ball, and occasionally slaloming away from opponents deep in Inter’s half. received a standing ovation from City supporters after being replaced.
Rodri – 9
Famously benched in the 2021 championship game, but there was never any question he’d start this one, and after a clumsy first half, his performance made it clear why. In the second half, made an impression both in and out of possession at the midfield basis and scored the game’s winning goal, and earned the highest of the Man City player ratings.
Bernardo Silva – 7
Had a role in Rodri’s winning goal, as his cut-back finally found its way to the Spaniard, and curled an early shot just inches wide after driving into the Inter box from the right.
Kevin De Bruyne – 7
De Bruyne only played for 36 minutes this time after having to leave the 2021 final an hour in due to a facial injury; Phil Foden was sent in to replace him. Erling Haaland had already been given a nice opportunity by the Belgian, and his departure upset City’s flow.
Ilkay Gundogan – 7
In recent months, the 32-year-old has frequently given Manchester City the victory, but on this occasion, in what may have been his final game for the team, he was more subdued. However, they still coordinated well defensively and offensively between the midfield and the attack.
Jack Grealish – 7
In the first half, Matteo Darmian and wing-back Dumfries provided him with a strong defense against the majority of City’s efforts down his flank. Nevertheless, they put forth a lot of effort and continued to be a crucial outlet for Pep Guardiola’s team.
Erling Haaland – 7
The PFA Player of the Year had a peaceful evening. had just one attempt on goal, which he wasted by firing too close to Onana after De Bruyne had put him in scoring position.
Substitutes
Phil Foden – 7
Unexpectedly brought in after De Bruyne’s injury. first found it difficult to get into the game, but when he did, he began to adjust, and after a stunning turn and run into the Inter box, he almost scored a second goal.
Kyle Walker – 7
Stones was replaced by Came on after waiting for what felt like an eternity while naked on the pitch of play. aided City in the last phases to see the outcome through.
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