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Thrilling Draw Between Monaco and Manchester City in Champions League Clash
Monaco, October 1st, 2025 – The Stade Louis-II witnessed a vibrant encounter between Monaco and Manchester City, ending in a draw that leaves the tie wide open. Erling Haaland shone for City with a brace (minutes 15 and 44), but Monaco responded with goals from J. Teze (minute 18) and E. Dier, the latter from a penalty in the final minute of the match (minute 90).
Manchester City dominated possession with 71%, generating 17 shots, although only 6 of them were on target. Monaco, on the other hand, took advantage of their opportunities with 29% possession, shooting 8 times, with 3 shots on target. The match was marked by intensity, reflected in the 4 yellow cards shown (3 for City and 1 for Monaco) and the 20 fouls committed in total (12 by City and 8 by Monaco). The final draw leaves the qualification for the next round open and with maximum excitement. Spanish referee Jesus Gil Manzano had a busy night at the Stade Louis-II.
Substitutions monaco: at minute 22 Vanderson came in and K. Ouattara went out., at minute 64 A. Fati came in and S. Idumbo went out., at minute 82 F. Balogun came in and M. Biereth went out., at minute 82 M. Coulibaly came in and P. Cabral went out., at minute 82 M. Salisu came in and G. Ilenikhena went out.
Substitutions manchester city: at minute 61 J. Doku came in and Savinho went out., at minute 61 Rodri came in and Nico went out., at minute 72 J. Stones came in and M. Nunes went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Monaco
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