Citizens secure a thrilling comeback victory with an outstanding performance from Kevin De Bruyne, leading to Oscar Bobb’s decisive goal in the final moments.
Kevin De Bruyne, the star midfielder for Manchester City, made a triumphant return to the Premier League in a thrilling match against Newcastle United at St. James’ Park. The Belgian international came off the bench and played a pivotal role in City’s 3-2 victory.
The defending champions started the game strongly, with Bernardo Silva scoring a clever backheel finish in the 26th minute to give City the lead. However, Newcastle fought back with two quick goals from Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon before halftime, leaving City trailing.
The match took a dramatic turn when De Bruyne entered the field in the 70th minute, replacing Silva. Just four minutes later, he showcased his brilliance by scoring a stunning equalizer from outside the box, assisted by Rodri. This goal completely changed the momentum of the game.
But De Bruyne wasn’t done yet. He turned provider in the dying minutes of the match, setting up fellow substitute Oscar Bobb for the winning goal. Bobb calmly controlled the ball and finished from close range, securing the victory for City.
With this win, Manchester City moved up to second place in the Premier League table, just two points behind leaders Liverpool. De Bruyne’s impact on the game was undeniable, and his return from injury has given City a significant boost as they continue their title challenge.