In a shocking turn of events, Manchester City suffered a heavy 4-1 defeat to Sporting CP, marking a significant moment for both clubs. Rúben Amorim, set to take over at Manchester United, delivered an impressive performance in his last home game with Sporting, while Erling Haaland faced criticism for his missed opportunities, including a penalty.
Phil Foden initially put City ahead, but they failed to capitalize on their early momentum. Viktor Gyökeres equalized for Sporting before they surged ahead with two quick goals early in the second half. Haaland’s struggles were highlighted as he missed crucial chances, and Gyökeres went on to complete a hat-trick, putting the Norwegian’s performance in stark contrast.
Player Ratings for Manchester City:
Ederson (6/10): Managed well initially but struggled against constant attacks.
Rico Lewis (4/10): Overwhelmed defensively, particularly by Araújo.
Jahmai Simpson-Pusey (4/10): Faced difficulties in his debut, notably against Gyökeres.
Manuel Akanji (4/10): Struggled to contain the Sporting attack.
Josko Gvardiol (3/10): Beaten for pace and contributed to the team’s defensive woes.
