UCL: Monaco Holds Manchester City to 2-2 Draw in UEFA Champions League
A late Eric Dier penalty secured a 2-2 draw for Monaco against Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League, extending Monaco's unbeaten home streak to 10 games.
Just when it seemed Monaco had weathered the storm, Nico O'Reilly's cross found Haaland...
Monaco's unbeaten home run extended to 10 games after a thrilling 2-2 draw against Manchester City in the UEFA Champions League. Despite a lively start, the hosts were caught off guard by Erling Haaland's clinical finish on 14 minutes. The Norwegian striker showcased his exceptional skill, adjusting to lift the ball over Philipp Kohn and into the net, marking his eighth consecutive goal in all competitions.
Haaland doubled his tally just before halftime, heading in Nico O'Reilly's cross with precision and power. However, Monaco refused to give up, with Jordan Teze leveling the score with a stunning 20-yard shot that curled into the top-left corner of Gianluigi Donnarumma's goal. Despite City's dominance, Monaco's resilience paid off when Eric Dier scored a late penalty, snatching a draw for the hosts.
The penalty decision was met with controversy, as replays suggested Nico Gonzalez got a touch on the ball before striking Eric Dier. Nevertheless, the VAR review led to a penalty being awarded, which Dier converted with ease, sending Donnarumma the wrong way. This draw marked a first point for Monaco in the Champions League campaign, while City's away form remains a concern.
Monaco quickly responded to the pressure, and Jordan Teze scored a stunning goal from 25 yards out. His powerful shot swerved past Gianluigi Donnarumma and into the top corner, giving Monaco a lifeline.
After Teze's goal, Monaco gained control of the game. Despite chances for Manchester City, including Phil Foden hitting the crossbar and Erling Haaland failing to capitalize on a loose ball, Monaco held their ground.
Eric Dier with a late equaliser for Monaco against Man City 👊#UCL pic.twitter.com/gkrhWac3sU
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Just when it seemed Monaco had weathered the storm, Nico O'Reilly's cross found Haaland, who powered the ball past Kohn into the bottom corner, shifting the momentum back in City's favor.
Eric Dier stepped up to take the penalty and coolly slotted it home, securing a crucial point for Monaco in the group phase. This draw extended Manchester City's winless streak in UCL away games to five matches.
Key stats
- Manchester City have scored in their last 6 games in the UEFA Champions League, their longest run of games with a goal in the competition since a run of 18 games from November 2nd, 2022 to April 17th, 2024
- Erling Haaland had just seven touches in the first half, with two of them resulting in goals
- Monaco have failed to win in their last five games in the UEFA Champions League, their last longer winless streak was from May 3rd, 2017 to December 11th, 2018, a run of 14 games.
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