The fate of the confrontation was decided by the exact blow of Alvarez
Manchester city in the battle of two participants in the Champions League won a home victory over Newcastle in the second round of the English Premier League – 1:0.
The advantage of the Citizens in the 31st minute was converted into a goal by Julian Alvarez, using a pass from Phil Foden.
The fight went at good speeds and was full of events. But there were no more goals in this meeting.
This victory was for Pep Guardiola’s team the 11th in a row at home in the Premier League. After two rounds, the Citizens are second with 6 points behind Brighton on goal difference. On August 21, the leaders can be overtaken by one of the Crystal Palace-Arsenal pair, who will face the London derby.
Today’s rivals will play their next matches on August 27. City will go to visit Sheffield United, while the Magpies will host Liverpool.
- APL. 2nd round
Manchester city – Newcastle – 1:0 (1:0)
Goal: Alvarez, 31
Source: Sportarena
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