In a high-stakes encounter at Newcastle United, Manchester City orchestrated a dramatic late comeback to clinch a 3-2 victory and remain hot on the heels of Premier League leaders Liverpool.
With Liverpool enjoying a winter break, Manchester City seized the opportunity to slash the point difference to just two.
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The pivotal moment came in stoppage time when Oscar Bobb found the back of the net, securing all three points for City.
The comeback was spearheaded by Kevin De Bruyne, who, after a four-month absence due to a hamstring injury, played a crucial role by both scoring and setting up Bobb’s decisive goal.
Guardiola, the City boss, showered praise on De Bruyne, hailing him as a legend and emphasizing the importance of his individual talent in the final third.
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The manager acknowledged the challenging nature of the match against a physical Newcastle side but commended his players for a stellar performance.
At halftime, with City trailing after conceding two goals, Guardiola rallied his team, stating,
“You are amazing, stick together, and we will do it.”
The victory is deemed crucial as Liverpool continues to set a blistering pace in the title race. Guardiola is already looking ahead to the March clash with Liverpool at Anfield, acknowledging the Reds’ formidable form and expressing the importance of staying close to them in the points table.
“It was really important to win because Liverpool are flying and we have to go to Anfield so it’s better to be close the them.”
Said Pep.
As the title race intensifies, Manchester City’s late heroics add another layer of excitement, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown at Anfield in the coming months.
Liverpool is my Religion and Anfield is my Church. 17th May 1996 the date I had my blood coloured red. The one you love the most you can not live without it and that is football to me.
