This collapse extended City’s poor run of form, with the team now winless in their last six matches across all competitions. The hosts appeared to be cruising to victory in the 2nd half, with Erling Haaland scoring twice and Ilkay Gundogan adding another to give them a comfortable cushion. Their attack flowed effortlessly, and their defence seemed resolute, raising hopes of an end to their recent struggles.
However, a series of defensive errors in the game’s closing stages allowed Feyenoord to mount an incredible comeback. The Dutch side’s resurgence began in the 75th minute when Ibrahim Moussa capitalised on a poor back-header by Josko Gvardiol to slot the ball past Ederson from a tight angle, making it 3-1. Building on that breakthrough, Santiago Gimenez narrowed the deficit further, converting a rebound after Lotomba’s shot ricocheted off the post and Ederson.
Feyenoord’s equaliser arrived in dramatic fashion in the 89th minute when Lucas Paixao latched onto a long pass, rounded Ederson, and delivered a perfect cross for Hancko, who headed home to complete the stunning comeback. Alan Shearer slams disastrous Manchester City During the match broadcast, the former legendary striker turned pundit Alan Shearer noted that City’s inability to manage the game in the final stages and their reliance on a high defensive line ultimately cost them. He commended Feyenoord’s determination and their tactical execution under pressure, which exposed City’s vulnerabilities.
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