Manchester City Player Ratings – Full-Time Analysis
Manchester City delivered another commanding performance, and Pep Guardiola’s boys once again showed why they are among the Premier League’s elite. Here’s a breakdown of the squad’s individual performances:
Ederson – 8/10
Calm, collected, and commanding in the box. Made a couple of routine saves but looked confident throughout.
Kyle Walker – 7/10
Strong defensively and contributed going forward. His pace and overlapping runs caused problems for the opposition.
Ruben Dias – 8/10
Rock-solid at the back, made crucial interceptions, and led the defensive line with authority.
John Stones – 7/10
Consistent and reliable. A slight lapse in positioning, but overall composed.
João Cancelo – 8/10
Dangerous going forward, linking play with midfield. Showed his versatility and tactical awareness.
Rodri – 8/10
Controlled the midfield, broke up attacks, and distributed the ball intelligently.
Kevin De Bruyne – 9/10
The creative engine. Assisted a goal and dictated the tempo with vision and precision passing.
Bernardo Silva – 8/10
Relentless work rate, brilliant in tight spaces, and contributed defensively and offensively.
Phil Foden – 8/10
Dynamic, always threatening on the wing. Assisted and nearly scored himself.
Erling Haaland – 9/10
Clinical in front of goal, a constant threat to defenders. Scored and linked play brilliantly.
Jack Grealish – 7/10
Worked hard to create space and opportunities, though some final balls lacked accuracy.
Substitutes:
- Ilkay Gündogan – 7/10: Added stability in midfield.
- Riyad Mahrez – 7/10: Injected pace and creativity off the bench.
Key Takeaways
- Guardiola’s side continues to dominate possession and press effectively.
- The attacking trio of De Bruyne, Foden, and Haaland were pivotal.
- Defensive organization remains rock-solid under Dias and Stones.
