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English Clubs Manchester City FC, Injury Crisis
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kjs86
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 Oct 19 2025, 02:24 AM
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Donnarumma: Made some decent saves and commanded his area to excellent effect to keep Everton at bay. 7
Nunes: Took care of his defensive duels and also proved to be a threat in the attacking third, eager to be involved on the ball. 8
Dias: Made sure nothing got past him and his bromance with Donnarumma builds with every game. 7
Ake: Looked unsure of himself against Beto and put City into trouble giving the ball away in his own half. 5
O'Reilly: The youngster goes from strength to strength with another towering performance that proved decisive in the game. 8
Gonzalez: Very good early on to ensure City had control of the game. Nothing flashy but promising. 7
Reijnders: The story of his last few weeks recently, bright enough but not able to be decisive. 6
Foden: He promised plenty and had a hand in both goals but you still feel he has multiple gears to move through. 7
Savinho: His finishing should have been better on a number of occasions in the first half, but he did pick up an assist. 6
Doku: Looked bright enough in the opening stages, he just couldn't convert that into teeing up chances. Could have done better in front of goal himself. 6
Haaland: The words to describe him are running out but his goal supply is not - two more for the tally. 8
Substitutes
Silva (for Reijnders, 60) Kept City's level up. 6
Bobb (for Doku, 60) Looked at home on the right wing. 6
Lewis (for O'Reilly 85) No time.
Cherki (for Savinho, 85) No time
Kovacic (for Gonzalez, 85) No time
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kjs86
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Oct 19 2025, 02:26 AM
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Gianluigi Donnarumma (6/10):
While Everton played well in spells, they were unable to test the Italian enough.
Matheus Nunes (6/10):
Neat and tidy in possession, he was a solid performer for the hosts.
Ruben Dias (6/10):
Set City on their way to breaking the deadlock with a forward burst before feeding Foden with a pass. A solid afternoon's word on the whole.
Nathan Ake (6/10):
Alongside Dias, he did a good job up against Everton's Beto.
Nico O'Reilly (8/10):
The young defender provided a lovely assist for Haaland's header.
Nico Gonzalez (7/10):
As you would expect, he saw lots of the ball as City dominated possession.
Tijjani Reijnders (5/10):
Unable to stamp his authority in midfield, he was withdrawn early in the second half.
Phil Foden (8/10):
The midfielder pierced Everton's defence with a beautiful pass to O'Reilly, whose cross was buried by Haaland. He was also involved in the second goal, moving the ball out wide to Savinho.
Savinho (7/10):
The Brazilian recorded the assist for Haaland's second goal of the day.
Erling Haaland (9/10):
The striker scored his fifth and sixth career goals against Everton, continuing his rich vein of goalscoring form.
Jeremy Doku (7/10):
Looking to continue his fine form, the lively Belgium international was City's best player in the first half.
Subs & Manager
Bernardo Silva (6/10):
Brought on in the second half, the captain injected energy into City's play.
Oscar Bobb (6/10):
He was involved in the build-up to City's second, finding Foden with a pass.
Rayan Cherki (N/A):
The summer signing made his return from injury, emerging from the bench late on.
Mateo Kovacic (N/A):
A late substitute, he didn't earn enough minutes to impress.
Rico Lewis (N/A):
Not on the pitch long enough to make an impact.
Pep Guardiola (7/10):
Whatever the manager said at half-time seemed to work, as City were much sharper after the break.
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kjs86
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Oct 19 2025, 02:28 AM
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Gianluigi Donnarumma-7/10: Made one crucial save, but his work with the ball at his feet stood out today.
Matheus Nunes-7/10: Defended well and offered plenty in possession. Another good display from Nunes.
Ruben Dias- 7/10: Defended well and held his own in the physical battle with Beto.
Nathan Ake-6.5/10: The Dutch international looked rusty at the beginning of the game but grew into the game as it wore on.
Nico O’Reilly-8.5/10: Another brilliant display from O’Reilly. Defended well and offered a threat going forward for his team. Grabbed an assist and was always willing to drive forward from left-back.
Nico-7.5/10: I thought Nico played exceptionally well in the heart of Manchester City’s midfield. Won his duels when required and was tidy on the ball. Is fast becoming a crucial part of Pep Guardiola’s side in Rodri’s absence.
Tijjani Reijnders-6.5/10: Had some real moments of quality throughout the game before being substituted.
Savinho-7/10: For an hour, Savinho put in a frustrating performance. But the moment he switched to the left wing, he came to life. Grabbed an assist for Erling Haaland’s second goal and was infinitely more dangerous on the left wing rather than the right.
Phil Foden-8.5/10: Foden set up both of Manchester City’s goals with excellent passes. He started the game slowly like his team, but come the final whistle he was one of the best players on the pitch.
Jeremy Doku-5.5/10: Not Jeremy Doku’s day at all. His end product was poor and he had a tough time being double marked before being substituted.
Erling Haaland-9/10: Goals win games and Erling Haaland decided today’s game with his goals. The only reason he didn’t get a 10 is due to the 3 chances he squandered late on to complete a hat trick. But that matters little as Haaland settled today’s match with his brace.
Substitutes
Oscar Bobb-6/10: Had some real moments of quality after coming on, but couldn’t get on the ball as much as he would’ve liked.
Bernardo Silva-7/10: Manchester City’s captain did all the dirty work for his team after coming on. Tracked back well and brought a sense of calm to his team.
Rico Lewis-N/A: Not on long enough to mark.
Mateo Kovacic-N/A: Not on long enough to mark but it was good to see him back on the pitch and moving well.
Rayan Cherki-N/A: Not on long enough to mark but he had some nice touches in his return.
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kjs86
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Oct 22 2025, 01:52 AM
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Starting XI: Donnarumma; Nunes, Stones, Dias, Gvardiol; Nico, Lewis, Bernardo ©; Savinho, Haaland, Doku.
Substitutes: Trafford, Bettinelli, Ake, Ait-Nouri, O’Reilly, Kovacic, Reijnders, Foden, Cherki, Bobb, Marmoush.
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kjs86
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Oct 22 2025, 06:10 AM
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Gianluigi Donnarumma – 7.5
Made a few solid saves but was largely untroubled throughout the full 90 minutes.
Matheus Nunes – 7
Nunes seems to be growing into the right-back role, remaining composed and impressing in playing out from the position.
John Stones – 7.5
A good performance from Stones who was able to keep the Villarreal forwards quiet.
Ruben Dias – 7.5
Similar to John Stones, worked well to lead the defence in keeping the oppositions forwards quiet.
Josko Gvardiol – 7
Defensively solid and comfortable in possession, contributing to City’s control at the back.
Nico – 7
Nico was impressive throughout the first half, dominating the midfield and showing promising signs before being substituted for Mateo Kovacic due to injury.
Rico Lewis – 7.5
A solid performance from the Englishman, excelling in his midfield role and managed to pick up an assist.
Bernardo Silva © – 8
Silva looked sharp throughout, linking play intelligently and capping a strong performance with a well-taken header
Savinho – 8.5 (POTM)
An excellent showing from City’s number 26, who was at his creative best this evening, assisting the second goal and troubling the Villarreal left-back’s, Alfonso Pedraza and Sergi Cardona throughout the game.
Erling Haaland – 8
The Norwegian was a constant threat up front, scoring the opener and playing a key role in City’s attacking play
Jeremy Doku – 6.5
Showed flashes of creativity but lacked end product in key moments.
Substitutes
Mateo Kovacic – 6.5
Offered control and composure in midfield after coming on.
Tijjani Reijnders – 6
Had limited time to majorly influence the game after coming on, however kept things tidy in the middle.
Oscar Bobb – 6
Did well to keep a hold of the ball after coming on, a safe performance.
Omar Marmoush – N/A
Rayan Cherki – N/A
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kjs86
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Oct 22 2025, 06:11 AM
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Donnarumma: Made an important save in the second half to keep City in control, and was alert all evening. 8
Nunes: Brilliant at the back and even better working forward with Lewis and Savinho in the first half. 8
Dias: A harsh booking in the second half but otherwise kept on top of Villarreal threats with minimum fuss. 7
Stones: A class act strolling into midfield to help City whenever they were in possession, while knowing when he had to get back. 7
Gvardiol: A few sloppy passes drew Guardiola's ire on the touchline and he is still settling into the season. 6
Gonzalez: Looked good with terrific awareness of everything around him, although a concern that he had to hobble off. 7
Silva: Scored a goal and isn't called Haaland! Better than usual in attack and some key tackles from further back. 8
Lewis: Ran the game in the first half with Savinho, even if his influence faded as the second period wore on. 7
Savinho: One of his best games for City, with a big hand in two goals and nearly getting on the scoresheet as well. 8
Doku: Squandered an early chance in the box and wasn't able to have the same success as his fellow winger. 6
Haaland: A goal, inevitably, and he kept going all game in another all-action performance. The form of his life continues. 8
Substitutes
Kovacic (for Gonzalez, 57) Some excellent balls through for Haaland and others. 7
Reijnders (for Lewis, 72) He can carry the ball out of danger, but sometimes runs into it. 6
Bobb (for Doku, 72) Little to report. 6
Marmoush (for Savinho, 86) No time. 6
Cherki (for Haaland, 86) No time. 6
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kjs86
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Oct 22 2025, 06:14 AM
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Gianluigi Donnarumma (7/10):
A passenger for most of the game but did well when called in to action and flew across his goal to turn away Gueye's effort.
Matheus Nunes (7/10):
Combined well with Savinho as City took the game right to the hosts and had none of his occasional lapses defensively.
Ruben Dias (6/10):
Had little to worry about until late in the second half when he mucked in to protect the clean sheet.
John Stones (7/10):
Villarreal's lack of pressing played right into his hands and he was able to maraud forward and help out the midfield.
Josko Gvardiol (5/10):
Lacked concentration at times and got a dressing down from Guardiola for sending a pass to an opponent.
Nico Gonzalez (7/10):
Looked very comfortable back in his homeland and meant that City barely noticed Rodri wasn't there. As cruel luck would have it, he looked in pain when he came off and could be set for a spell on the sidelines just as he was hitting form.
Rico Lewis (8/10):
Played a dictating role and exploited Villarreal's lack of intensity by running rings around them and causing havoc with his slick passing, including assisting Haaland's goal.
Bernardo Silva (7/10):
His tireless running and precision passing helped dissect the hosts.
Savinho (8/10):
Tormented Villareal in the first half with his trickery, also setting up Bernardo's goal.
Erling Haaland (8/10):
Had four chances and will be disappointed he only scored one of them. His glancing header was his worst miss, but he bounced back quickly to score his fourth Champions League goal in three games before being denied by two good saves late on.
Jeremy Doku (7/10):
Created a good chance to score in the opening minute and played his part in the early blitz.
Subs & Manager
Mateo Kovacic (5/10):
Got 33 minutes after a cameo against Everton, but his arrival coincided with Villarreal improving.
Tijjani Reijnders (6/10):
Linked up nicely with Haaland when he came on.
Oscar Bobb (6/10)
Got some joy down the right and created a half-chance for Reijnders.
Omar Marmoush (N/A):
Brought on late to make his first appearance since August.
Rayan Cherki (N/A):
Brought on in the 86th minute.
Pep Guardiola (7/10):
Watched his side walk all over Villarreal and quickly put the game to bed, although he will be a bit concerned with how they sat off later in the game.
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kjs86
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Oct 22 2025, 06:15 AM
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Gianluigi Donnarumma-7/10: A typical Donnarumma performance. Made a crucial save when he needed to and rarely lets his team down.
Matheus Nunes-7.5/10: Nunes is showing that he belongs at Manchester City. Played well again and looks to be growing in confidence. Credit must go to him for how well he’s played of late.
John Stones-8/10: I thought Stones was one of Manchester City’s best players on the night. Stepped into midfield when his team had possession and showed a reminder of his quality when he is fit.
Ruben Dias-7.5/10: Another good performance from Dias. Marshalled the City defence well and is in a rich vein of form of late.
Josko Gvardiol-6.5/10: Stepped in at left-back and did his job well. Did what he had to do in a serviceable showing.
Nico-7.5/10: Played well in midfield before being substituted after he picked up an injury. The hope is that Nico hasn’t suffered a serious injury, given how important he is to Pep Guardiola’s side.
Rico Lewis-7.5/10: Grabbed an assist when he set up Erling Haaland’s opening goal. Took up some dangerous positions in midfield before he was taken off in a good performance from Lewis.
Bernardo Silva-7/10: Scored his team’s second goal and put in a captain’s display.
Savinho-8.5/10: Arguably Manchester City’s man-of-the-match on the night. Grabbed an assist and played a key role in Manchester City’s opening goal. He is seemingly working his way into the season well after a slow beginning.
Jeremy Doku-5.5/10: A similar performance from Doku to the one that he put in against Everton. Had the opportunities to make an impact, but he couldn’t beat his man or deliver in the final third.
Erling Haaland-7.5/10: Scored Manchester City’s opening goal and put himself about before he was substituted.
Substitutes
Mateo Kovacic-6.5/10: Replaced Nico in the 56th minute and had some nice touches, and will be better for the run.
Oscar Bobb-N/A: Not on long enough to mark.
Tijjani Reijnders-N/A: Not on long enough to mark.
Omar Marmoush-N/A: Not on long enough to mark.
Rayan Cherki-N/A: Not on long enough to mark.
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kjs86
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Oct 22 2025, 06:18 AM
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Gianluigi Donnarumma - 8
His crucial save in the second half helped maintain City's dominance, and he was on his toes throughout the match.
Matheus Nunes - 8
Exceptional in defence and even better supporting the attack with Lewis and Savinho in the first half.
Ruben Dias - 7
Received an unfortunate booking in the second half but otherwise managed Villarreal's threats with ease.
John Stones - 7
Demonstrated his class by seamlessly transitioning into midfield to support City's possession, while also knowing when to fall back.
Josko Gvardiol - 6
A few careless passes earned him Guardiola's displeasure on the sidelines, indicating he is still finding his feet this season.
Nico Gonzalez - 7
Showed great awareness and looked sharp, though there were concerns as he had to limp off.
Bernardo Silva - 8
A Man City goalscorer not named Haaland! A smart headed finish. Impressive in attack and made some crucial tackles.
Rico Lewis - 7
Dominated the first half alongside Savinho, even if his influence waned in the second half.
Savinho - 8
One of his finest performances for City, playing a major role in two goals and nearly scoring himself.
Jeremy Doku - 6
Missed an early opportunity in the box and couldn't replicate the success of his fellow winger.
Erling Haaland - 8
Scored yet again and a presence up top throughout the match. His incredible form continues.
Substitutes
Mateo Kovacic (for Gonzalez, 57) - 7
Provided some excellent passes for Haaland and others.
Tijjani Reijnders (for Lewis, 72) - 6
Capable of carrying the ball out of danger, but occasionally runs into trouble.
Oscar Bobb (for Doku, 72) - 6
Not much to note.
Marmoush (for Savinho, 86) - N/A
Barely had time to make an impact.
Cherki (for Haaland, 86) - N/A
Hardly had any time on the pitch.
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Oct 22 2025, 10:00 AM
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kjs86
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Oct 26 2025, 08:47 PM
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Donnarumma, Nunes, Stones, Dias, Gvardiol, Reijnders, Bernardo ©, Bobb, Foden, Savinho, Haaland.
Substitutes: Trafford, Ake, Marmoush, Kovacic, Cherki, Doku, Nico, O'Reilly, Lewis.
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kjs86
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Oct 26 2025, 08:53 PM
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TSps3 fanboy
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Oct 26 2025, 11:50 PM
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Kelong this time
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Oct 27 2025, 12:48 AM
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QUOTE(ps3 fanboy @ Oct 26 2025, 11:50 PM)  |
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TSps3 fanboy
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Oct 27 2025, 03:22 AM
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Oct 27 2025, 10:23 AM
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Everdying
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Oct 27 2025, 11:31 AM
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Two is One and One is None.
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wtf is all this rubbish? every 5mins need some rating? QUOTE(kjs86 @ Oct 27 2025, 10:14 AM) Donnarumma: Powerless to prevent the goal and made a decent save when Sancho broke through. Had little else to do. 6.
Nunes: Showed some solid defending but misplaced too many passes, putting City under unnecessary pressure. 5.
Stones: Failed to match his midweek performance and was caught out several times having pushed up only for City to lose possession. 5.
Dias: Managed reasonably well considering Watkins had him beaten for pace and recovered from a nasty fall in the second half. 6.
Gvardiol: Appears far from his best form, struggling both on the ball and in physical battles. 4.
Reijnders: Looked uncomfortable in an unfamiliar role and failed to contribute at either end of the pitch. 5.
Silva: His frequent position changes seemed more a result of City's confusion than strategy, and his passing was off. 5.
Foden: He stepped up in the second half as City pressed, unlucky with a blocked shot but needs to create more opportunities. 6.
Bobb: He seemed out of sorts and didn't make good use of the ball when he had it. An obvious choice for an early substitution. 4.
Savinho: Unlucky to have two promising attempts blocked in the same attack, but his overall performance was lacking when it came to picking out a teammate. 5.
Haaland: Solid in defence during Villa's set-pieces, but failed to capitalise on his one opportunity to level the score. 6.
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Gonzalez (for Stones, 61) Brought more control to City's game. 7.
O'Reilly (for Silva, 61) Made strong advances on the left, causing problems for Cash. 7.
Doku (for Bobb, 61) Showed some smart play on the left. 7.
Cherki (for Reijnders, 76) Once again showed promise. 6.
Marmoush (for Savinho, 84) Caught offside at a crucial moment. 6. |
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howyoulikethat
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Oct 27 2025, 10:08 PM
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QUOTE(Everdying @ Oct 27 2025, 11:31 AM) wtf is all this rubbish? every 5mins need some rating? kesian lah, not many City fans here to interact with him/her  |
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Oct 30 2025, 09:47 AM
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