Having overcome Newcastle at St James’ Park, Manchester City was able to count on the first goal of the returning Kevin De Bruyne.
Highly anticipated, the poster for the 21st day of the Premier League between Newcastle and Manchester City concluded this Saturday with a stunning victory for the Citizens in the lair of the Magpies (3-2). Trailing at the break, Josep Guardiola’s players turned the tide in the second half thanks to goals from Kevin De Bruyne and Oscar Bobb.
If the first achievement with the professionals of the young Norwegian striker will be remembered, one event attracts attention more than anything, the level of play displayed by the Belgian attacking midfielder. Having recently returned to the competition after a long hamstring injury, the 32-year-old was a substitute at kick-off, before Josep Guardiola brought him onto the field while the hosts were still in control .
First goal since May 2023
Invited to take the place of the Portuguese Bernardo Silva, author of the first goal (26th), the Red Devil first deceived the opposing goalkeeper with his right foot (74th), outside the area, his first achievement for his fourth appearance in 2023-2024, before delivering an assist for Oscar Bobb (91st) in stoppage time. His first goal with the last winner of the Champions League since May 9, 2023 against Real Madrid, in the semi-final first leg of the Champions League.
Oh, I’ve missed this! What a team! ???? pic.twitter.com/2ah1r3LZtQ
— Kevin De Bruyne (@KevinDeBruyne) January 13, 2024
Savior of Manchester City, the former Wolfsburg member was over the moon on social networks. “Oh, I missed that! Which team !”he enthused on X, formerly Twitter. His XXL performance in the space of a few minutes was obviously praised by the Spanish manager. “Kevin de Bruyne is a pure talent. It’s not about tactics, it’s about talent.”
2024-01-13 21:45:53
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