Manchester City News
By James Thompson
Published on 2024-08-20 09:30:00
Manchester City started their 2024/25 Premier League campaign with a victory against Chelsea, with goals from Erling Haaland and Mateo Kovacic securing a 2-0 win. Ruben Dias received praise from Troy Deeney for his performance, with Deeney describing him as a “proper, proper defender” after a strong showing against Chelsea. Dias had a passing accuracy of 97%, made key defensive contributions with two clearances, two interceptions, and one tackle, and won all three duels he was involved in.
City are reportedly looking to secure Dias with a contract extension due to his importance to the team. Dias’ solid performance against Chelsea, as highlighted by Deeney, showcased his defensive strength and ball control skills, making him a standout player in the match. This recognition from Deeney further underlines Dias’ value to Manchester City and his impact on the pitch as a reliable and effective defender.
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