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Guardiola Praises Pepe After City’s Win Over Villarreal
City’s Champions League Victory
In a thrilling Champions League match, Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City defeated Villarreal 2-0. Erling Haaland opened the scoring in the 17th minute, showcasing his goal-scoring prowess by converting a low cross from Rico Lewis.
Two Goals to Secure the Win
City doubled their lead just before halftime with a stunning goal from Bernardo Silva. Again, Rico Lewis was instrumental, providing an exquisite pass that set up the goal. Villarreal struggled to respond, with Pepe missing a key opportunity to narrow the deficit.
| Match Stats | Manchester City | Villarreal |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 65% | 35% |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 3 |
| Corners | 5 | 2 |
Guardiola’s Insights on Pepe
Post-match, Guardiola expressed his admiration for Nicolas Pepe, saying, ‘He’s a dangerous player in the final third, one-vs-one’ and acknowledged the challenge Villarreal posed, especially in the second half.
Next Steps for City
City’s unbeaten streak in this season’s Champions League continues as they prepare to host Borussia Dortmund in their next fixture. Guardiola praised his squad’s performance, highlighting their ball control and pressure tactics that led to a satisfying victory.
