• MANCHESTER CITY RATINGS: Ederson, 7 - A brilliant early save following a deflection set the tone for a professional and well-rounded performance. His passing, both short and long range, was also superb. Getty
    MANCHESTER CITY RATINGS: Ederson, 7 - A brilliant early save following a deflection set the tone for a professional and well-rounded performance. His passing, both short and long range, was also superb. Getty
  • Kyle Walker, 7 - The defender was solid at the back and looked to get forward when safe to do so. He was also happy to slow the pace of the game down in what proved to be a smart display. PA
    Kyle Walker, 7 - The defender was solid at the back and looked to get forward when safe to do so. He was also happy to slow the pace of the game down in what proved to be a smart display. PA
  • John Stones, 8 - Quick passing movement and strong tackling instincts reaffirmed why Stones should be an England starter during the international break. He started the moves for both goals and was flawless at the back. AP
    John Stones, 8 - Quick passing movement and strong tackling instincts reaffirmed why Stones should be an England starter during the international break. He started the moves for both goals and was flawless at the back. AP
  • Ruben Dias, 7 - Was happy to sit deep at the back and soak up any lingering pressure, but also throw his body on the line when needed to make a crucial block. AFP
    Ruben Dias, 7 - Was happy to sit deep at the back and soak up any lingering pressure, but also throw his body on the line when needed to make a crucial block. AFP
  • Joao Cancelo, 7 - The seamless nature with which Cancelo moved into different positions was matched only by his absolutely insane stamina. AP
    Joao Cancelo, 7 - The seamless nature with which Cancelo moved into different positions was matched only by his absolutely insane stamina. AP
  • Rodri, 5 - Outside of a nice flick in the lead up to the first goal, Rodri seemed to conserve his energy and didn’t really assert himself in midfield. Getty
    Rodri, 5 - Outside of a nice flick in the lead up to the first goal, Rodri seemed to conserve his energy and didn’t really assert himself in midfield. Getty
  • Ilkay Gundogan, 8 - Gundogan continues to build momentum courtesy of a nice finish for City’s second goal, his 15th of the season. In addition, he also consistently cut through the visitors’ defence with ease. Getty
    Ilkay Gundogan, 8 - Gundogan continues to build momentum courtesy of a nice finish for City’s second goal, his 15th of the season. In addition, he also consistently cut through the visitors’ defence with ease. Getty
  • Bernardo Silva, 7 - The trickery, the pace and the ability to dart around the pitch in the blink of an eye - three traits that enabled him to press the opposition all game. AP
    Bernardo Silva, 7 - The trickery, the pace and the ability to dart around the pitch in the blink of an eye - three traits that enabled him to press the opposition all game. AP
  • Kevin de Bruyne, 9 - He was instrumental in just about every City attack, but De Bruyne’s highlight came with his sensational strike with his left foot to open the scoring. AP
    Kevin de Bruyne, 9 - He was instrumental in just about every City attack, but De Bruyne’s highlight came with his sensational strike with his left foot to open the scoring. AP
  • Riyad Mahrez, 7 - Continually cut inside with ease and had what felt like 20 shots on goal without quite being able to discover his finishing touch. Getty
    Riyad Mahrez, 7 - Continually cut inside with ease and had what felt like 20 shots on goal without quite being able to discover his finishing touch. Getty
  • Phil Foden, 7 - The youngster never stopped running and was the catalyst behind the assist for Gundogan’s finish in the first half. AP
    Phil Foden, 7 - The youngster never stopped running and was the catalyst behind the assist for Gundogan’s finish in the first half. AP
  • SUBS: Fernandinho, 7 - The slick nature of the midfielder’s decision making showed great composure, and he was constantly looking for a third goal on the night. Reuters
    SUBS: Fernandinho, 7 - The slick nature of the midfielder’s decision making showed great composure, and he was constantly looking for a third goal on the night. Reuters
  • Oleksandr Zinchenko, 6 - Wanted the ball and wanted to make an impact even if City didn’t really have the sustained urgency to accommodate him. Reuters
    Oleksandr Zinchenko, 6 - Wanted the ball and wanted to make an impact even if City didn’t really have the sustained urgency to accommodate him. Reuters
  • Aymeric Laporte, 6 - Made a few sharp interceptions and generally didn’t put a foot wrong in his brief cameo. PA
    Aymeric Laporte, 6 - Made a few sharp interceptions and generally didn’t put a foot wrong in his brief cameo. PA
  • Raheem Sterling, 5 - Slipped over and lost his balance in what proved to be the former Liverpool man’s only real contribution. Reuters
    Raheem Sterling, 5 - Slipped over and lost his balance in what proved to be the former Liverpool man’s only real contribution. Reuters
  • Sergio Aguero, N/A - Fought hard and waited patiently for a shot at goal that just never really arrived. PA
    Sergio Aguero, N/A - Fought hard and waited patiently for a shot at goal that just never really arrived. PA
  • BORUSSIA MOENCHENGLADBACH RATINGS: Yann Sommer, 5 - Even though he rarely put a foot wrong, Sommer was unable to do anything to prevent either of Manchester City’s goals. Reuters
    BORUSSIA MOENCHENGLADBACH RATINGS: Yann Sommer, 5 - Even though he rarely put a foot wrong, Sommer was unable to do anything to prevent either of Manchester City’s goals. Reuters
  • Ramy Bensebaini, 3 - Was a bystander as De Bruyne thundered City into the lead and was sloppy throughout the game. AP
    Ramy Bensebaini, 3 - Was a bystander as De Bruyne thundered City into the lead and was sloppy throughout the game. AP
  • Nico Elvedi, 4 - Pep’s men peppered the Monchengladbach half and players like Elvedi simply couldn’t handle the tempo. AP
    Nico Elvedi, 4 - Pep’s men peppered the Monchengladbach half and players like Elvedi simply couldn’t handle the tempo. AP
  • Matthias Ginter, 5 - Despite being pulled out of position for Gundogan’s goal, Ginter was probably the shining light of his team’s defensive unit. EPA
    Matthias Ginter, 5 - Despite being pulled out of position for Gundogan’s goal, Ginter was probably the shining light of his team’s defensive unit. EPA
  • Stefan Lainer, 5 - In the midst of the endless pressure he was under, the defender picked up one of the sillier yellow cards of his career with a hand to the face of De Bruyne. AP
    Stefan Lainer, 5 - In the midst of the endless pressure he was under, the defender picked up one of the sillier yellow cards of his career with a hand to the face of De Bruyne. AP
  • Denis Zakaria, 4 - Was hopelessly outmatched in the middle of the park and looked like he didn’t want to be there. AP
    Denis Zakaria, 4 - Was hopelessly outmatched in the middle of the park and looked like he didn’t want to be there. AP
  • Florian Neuhaus, 6 - The turn and vision of Neuhaus need to be appreciated, even if he was unable to get his teammates moving. Getty
    Florian Neuhaus, 6 - The turn and vision of Neuhaus need to be appreciated, even if he was unable to get his teammates moving. Getty
  • Jonas Hofmann, 5 - Constantly chased shadows even though, whenever he did get on the ball, he seemed to carry it with real intent.
    Jonas Hofmann, 5 - Constantly chased shadows even though, whenever he did get on the ball, he seemed to carry it with real intent.
  • Lars Stindl, 6 - The captain dropped deep, battled his heart out and never stopped running until the final whistle. EPA
    Lars Stindl, 6 - The captain dropped deep, battled his heart out and never stopped running until the final whistle. EPA
  • Marcus Thuram, 6 - Had to come way too far back in an effort to pick up possession, although whenever he did get on the ball he wasn’t shy about surging into the final third. AP
    Marcus Thuram, 6 - Had to come way too far back in an effort to pick up possession, although whenever he did get on the ball he wasn’t shy about surging into the final third. AP
  • Breel Embolo, 6 - Embolo’s hold up play and distribution were two of the only major assets Monchengladbach had at their disposal. AP
    Breel Embolo, 6 - Embolo’s hold up play and distribution were two of the only major assets Monchengladbach had at their disposal. AP
  • SUBS: Alassane Plea, 6 - Ran hard and pushed forward in search of an opportunity, but in the end City’s defensive structure wouldn’t allow him a sniff at goal. Getty
    SUBS: Alassane Plea, 6 - Ran hard and pushed forward in search of an opportunity, but in the end City’s defensive structure wouldn’t allow him a sniff at goal. Getty
  • Hannes Wolf, 6 - An ambitious 77th-minute strike showcased what he’s capable of providing for this Gladbach side. Getty
    Hannes Wolf, 6 - An ambitious 77th-minute strike showcased what he’s capable of providing for this Gladbach side. Getty
  • Ibrahima Traore, N/A - Snatched at his only good chance in what was a forgettable appearance in Budapest. Getty
    Ibrahima Traore, N/A - Snatched at his only good chance in what was a forgettable appearance in Budapest. Getty
  • Oscar Wendt, N/A - Got stuck in but only had a few minutes of time on the pitch as Gladbach attempted to avoid further embarrassment. Reuters
    Oscar Wendt, N/A - Got stuck in but only had a few minutes of time on the pitch as Gladbach attempted to avoid further embarrassment. Reuters
  • Tony Jantschke, N/A - Attempted to throw the hosts off balance in their pursuit of a third goal and generally succeeded. Getty
    Tony Jantschke, N/A - Attempted to throw the hosts off balance in their pursuit of a third goal and generally succeeded. Getty

Manchester City v Borussia Moenchengladbach player ratings: Kevin de Bruyne sensational as City hit goal No 100 for the season


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Manchester City marched into the quarter-finals of the Champions League for the fourth straight season after a 2-0 win over Borussia Moenchengladbach to complete a 4-0 aggregate victory.

First-half goals from Kevin De Bruyne and Ilkay Gundogan secured a comfortable win in another impressive display from Pep Guardiola's side in the home leg, played in Budapest due to Covid-19 travel restrictions.

De Bruyne blasted City ahead in the 13th minute with an unstoppable left-footed drive into the top corner after being set up by Riyad Mahrez - the team's 100th goal in all competitions this season.

The in-form Gundogan put the tie beyond any doubt five minutes later with a confident finish after Phil Foden had broken from midfield at pace and then found the German with a perfectly weighted pass.

City, who have not conceded a goal since the opening game of the group stage in October, more than 11 hours of football, were in total command at the Puskas Arena and playing at their fluent best.

Player ratings from the match can be seen in the picture gallery above. To view the next image, click on the arrows or swipe if on a mobile device.

The specs: 2018 Nissan 370Z Nismo

The specs: 2018 Nissan 370Z Nismo
Price, base / as tested: Dh182,178
Engine: 3.7-litre V6
Power: 350hp @ 7,400rpm
Torque: 374Nm @ 5,200rpm
Transmission: Seven-speed automatic
​​​​​​​Fuel consumption, combined: 10.5L / 100km