Losing 2 goals, Man City made a spectacular comeback to beat RB Leipzig

Julian Alvarez scored to help Man City complete the "comeback" against RB Leipzig.

Man City hosted RB Leipzig at the Etihad Stadium in a match that decided the top spot in the table. The home team were rated higher but they had to work very hard to win.

Coach Pep Guardiola fielded his strongest squad to quickly deal with the Bundesliga representative. However, things did not go according to the Spanish coach's plan.

They conceded in the 13th minute. Center back Manuel Akanji misjudged the landing spot after a goal kick from away goalkeeper Janis Blaswish. Lois Openda seized the opportunity, beating goalkeeper Ederson to score the opening goal for RB Leipzig.

Man City beat RB Leipzig. (Photo: Getty Images)

Guardiola's adjustments had not yet taken effect when Man City conceded a second goal. Xavi Simons passed the ball down the left to Openda. Defender Ruben Dias rushed in to intervene but was unsuccessful. The number 17 striker continued to face Ederson and did not miss the opportunity to double the gap.

In the second half, coach Pep Guardiola changed the personnel in attack. Jeremy Doku and Julian Alvarez came on. In the 54th minute, Alvarez made a difference with a pass to Phil Foden in the middle. The English midfielder received the ball and discovered Haaland running down. He passed the ball for the Norwegian player to score.

The goal that reduced the score helped Man City play with excitement. In the 70th minute, Josko Gvardiol assisted Phil Foden to score. Before the end of the match, the English striker contributed to the home team's goal. He passed the ball into the penalty area for Alvarez before the striker finished, defeating goalkeeper Janis Blaswich.

Man City won 3-2 against RB Leipzig, with 15 absolute points. Meanwhile, the German team has 9 points. Coach Guardiola and his team are sure to continue with the top position in the group.

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