Man City overcame Borussia Dortmund 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium thanks to an incredible goal from Erling Haaland against his former team.
When Jude Bellingham gave Dortmund the lead early in the second half, it appeared as though Pep Guardiola’s team were heading for to Champions League defeat.
However, John Stones drew a late equalizer from a distance, and then Haaland scored the game-winning goal with a spectacular volley.
Stones’ attempt in the 80th minute was Man City’s first on target of the game; but, with Haaland on the team, there is always that threat.
Man City had played below par for much of the game. However, with the win, they remain in first place in Group G with a perfect record.
What Did Pep Say About The City Game?
“We had a lot of problems to get our rhythm,” said Guardiola. “We were so passive in our transitions, we struggled, we played in the wrong gear.
“When we realised we were 1-0 down and changed the dynamic on the field [by making three substitutions], it gave us another rhythm. This is who we are.
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“After Sevilla, people said it was all over, it was done. I tried telling them it is not done. The Champions League does not wait. The Champions League does not forgive you.”
Speaking about Haaland’s goal, Pep said it reminded him of the famous ‘impossible goal’ Cruyff scored almost half a century ago. He referenced another former Barcelona player too.
Pep Guardiola: “The moment Erling scored the goal… I thought: “Ah, like Johan Cruyff!”. Cruyff scored that kind of goal at Camp Nou vs Atletico Madrid”. 🔵💭 #MCFC pic.twitter.com/hjbntz5oqN
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 14, 2022
“I remember my dear friend Ibrahimovic had this ability to put the ball from the roof. He is elastic, he is flexible. He has that ability to make the contact and find the net.”
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