“I didn’t really expect it” — Kevin De Bruyne reflects on first Manchester City start since August

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Published on 2024-02-01 09:30:00

Kevin De Bruyne returned to the starting lineup for Manchester City after being sidelined with injury since August.

He played a crucial role in helping his team secure a 3-1 victory over Burnley. The Etihad Stadium crowd was thrilled to see the Belgian midfielder back in action, and he did not disappoint.

De Bruyne looked sharp and made an impact on the game, providing an assist and showcasing his playmaking abilities.This assist also saw him move to third all-time on the Premier League assist leaderboard.

Despite his impressive performance, De Bruyne acknowledged that he still needs time to regain full fitness after being out of action for six months.

Reflecting on his comeback, De Bruyne expressed his satisfaction with his performance but admitted that he will need a few more games to reach optimal fitness levels.

He credited his hard work and dedication in training for enabling him to make a successful return to the pitch.

“Yeah, I’m happy, it’s been six months,” De Bruyne said.

“I’ve been working really hard, I’ve been training for a long time, obviously I’ve been coming off the bench three or four times now, I can’t really remember.

“But I felt pretty good. I think that I feel a little bit tired now, but I think that’s normal. I think I still need a couple more games and minutes under my belt.

“But I’m happy with the way that I am performing. I probably didn’t really expect it after being out for five or six months. But you know, it’s a good thing.”

Looking ahead, De Bruyne is set to feature in several games in February as Manchester City faces a packed schedule.

The team is currently chasing league leaders Liverpool and will be looking to close the five-point gap as they have a game in hand over their rivals.

Manchester City’s next match is against Brentford, and the team will be aiming to capitalize on their momentum with De Bruyne back in action.

With De Bruyne’s return, the team is hopeful of continuing their strong performance and making a push for the top spot in the Premier League.

Overall, De Bruyne’s return to the starting lineup has provided a major boost for Manchester City, and the team will be looking to capitalize on his presence as they navigate a busy schedule ahead.

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