Manchester City continued their impressive run of form in the Premier League with a hard-fought win over a stubborn and resolute Huddersfield side at the John Smith’s Stadium this afternoon. Let’s see how the players rated …
Lössl 7
Made some decent saves and had no chance with either goal.
Smith 7
Had his work cut out up against the pace of Sane, but stuck to his task well.
Jorgensen 7
The big Dane put in a massive defensive shift for the Terriers.
Schindler 8
Another hugely impressive defensive display by the talented German.
Malone 6
Brought down Sterling for the penalty, gave everything for the cause however.
Hogg 7
Was chasing shadows for most of the game, but got through a mountain of work in the centre of the park.
Ince 6
On the few occasions he did find himself in space didn’t quite pick the right option. Excellent delivery for goal though.
Williams 7
Worked his socks off, but like his fellow midfielders he faced a thankless task at times against the likes of Silva and De Bruyne.
Mooy 7
Put in a solid shift even if he wasn’t able to dictate the play as he normally does and went close with a superb free-kick at the death.
Van La Parra 6
Covered a huge amount of distance up and down the left flank. Sent off for some shenanigans with Sane after the final whistle.
Depoitre 8
Was left massively isolated at times, but fought manfully for anything that came his way.
Substitutes
Löwe 7Slotted in well for a tiring Malone at left-back.
Quaner 7
Caused Delph some problems down the right after his introduction
Mounie N/A
No impact.
Man City
Ederson 7
No chance with goal and excellent distribution.
Walker 8
Has taken his game to the next level since his move north.
Kompany 7
Solid. It’s crucial he stays fit while John Stones is out injured.
Otamendi 6
Unlucky with own goal, but his passing was a little erratic at times.
Delph 6
Made a couple of decisions in first-half that showed you he is not a natural left-back.
De Bruyne 7
Not as his usual brilliant best. Still better than most however.
Fernandinho 8
City’s unsung hero. Passed the ball well throughout.
Silva 8
Another masterclass in how to find space and pick the right pass.
Sterling 9 ( MOTM )
Superb. His movement caused the home side no end of problems. Won the penalty and scored the winner.
Aguero 7
Slotted his penalty away nicely, but apart from that found it difficult to find space against Huddersfield’s well marshalled defence.
Sane 7
His pace and trickery were a constant menace down the left.
Substitues
Jesus N/ANo Impact.
Mangala N/ANo Impact.
Gundogan N/ANo Impact.
