Champions League result and reaction as City cruise into knockouts

Manchester City secures place in Champions League knockout rounds with dominant win over Young Boys at Etihad Stadium. Pep Guardiola took a risk starting Erling Haaland, which paid off as the Norwegian opened the scoring, while Phil Foden netted a second goal. Sandro Lauper’s red card made it a tougher night for Young Boys, and Haaland added another spectacular goal to seal a 3-0 victory.

Relive the Champions League action here: Manchester City vs Young Boys live

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Reaction from Man City’s Jack Grealish: “To qualify with two games to spare, that is what we wanted to do. He [Pep Guardiola] gives us so much. In my opinion, he is the best manager in the world. He has shown that over the years.”

Young Boys failed to attempt a shot on target in the game, a feat they haven’t accomplished since 2018 against Manchester United.

Manchester City’s side controlled the match, clinching the win and earning their spot in the knockout rounds of the Champions League campaign. With two games to spare, they prepare for another round of competition. Man City 3-0 Young Boys
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There’s the whistle. Manchester City seal the points and qualification for the knockout rounds with two games to spare.

Three minutes of added time to play. Will City score again? Man City 3-0 Young Boys
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Erling Haaland picks out the far top corner and rattles a blistering strike across the box to secure a 2-0 lead for Manchester City.

First half ends with Manchester City leading 2-0 against Young Boys.

As it stands, Manchester City confirm their place in the Champions League knockouts this evening. The holders are on course to continue their perfect start to this season’s campaign.

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