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Published on 2024-02-11 18:30:00
Manchester City secured their 10th consecutive win on Saturday with a tough 2-0 victory over Everton at the Etihad Stadium. Erling Haaland was the star of the show, scoring both goals for the hosts in his first game back from injury.
The win briefly moved City to the top of the Premier League table, but they were overtaken by Liverpool following their win over Burnley. Kevin De Bruyne’s impact off the bench proved crucial for City, as the Belgian played a key role in both of Haaland’s goals.
Prior to De Bruyne’s introduction, Everton put up a strong defensive performance, but ultimately succumbed to City’s pressure.
Frank Leboeuf highlighted Jeremy Doku as the only City player who appeared to be a bright spark before De Bruyne and company came on.
Doku delivered a solid 87-minute performance and was praised for his contributions to the game.
He said: “It was 70 minutes of painfulness, I will say, from Manchester City. Not only due to their sloppiness, it was also due to the Toffees who did their job. They defended very well, defending is also an art. Sean Dyche did very well with the guys and they worked very hard.
“Only Doku offered some situations for City.”
While City’s win was discussed by pundits, one player stood out for his exceptional performance – Jeremy Doku.
Despite the slow start from City, Doku’s playstyle offered a unique approach in the wide areas. Unlike Jack Grealish and Bernardo Silva, Doku’s directness and ability to beat defenders with his rapid acceleration made him a valuable asset for the team.
Doku’s performance symbolized a ray of hope for City and a sense of unpredictability, which was lacking before his arrival. His ability to take on defenders and launch attacks will undoubtedly be a valuable asset for City in the future.
In conclusion, City secured a hard-fought win over Everton, and while the team’s overall performance may not have been at its best for the majority of the game, Doku’s standout display brought some positivity to the pitch for the hosts.
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