Kevin De Bruyne's stellar display and Pep Guardiola's admiration for him as one of Manchester City's greatest players were pivotal in their 4-2 victory over Crystal Palace.
In a thrilling 4-2 victory over Crystal Palace, Kevin De Bruyne shone brightly, scoring two goals that showcased his brilliance. Pep Guardiola, the Manchester City boss, hailed De Bruyne as one of the greatest players in the history of the club, emphasising his pivotal role in securing the win and keeping the pressure on their league rivals.
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De Bruyne's Impact on the Game
De Bruyne's performance at Selhurst Park was nothing short of exceptional. After Jean-Philippe Mateta opened the scoring for Palace, De Bruyne swiftly equalised, displaying his trademark precision and composure.
Rico Lewis then put City in the lead shortly after the break. De Bruyne set up Erling Halaand for the third and scored the fourth himself before Odsonne Edouard clawed on back for Palace. Guardiola acknowledged De Bruyne's crucial role, stating, "Today Kevin won the game. Without Kevin today, maybe we would not be able to win."
Guardiola's Praise for De Bruyne
Guardiola heaped praise on De Bruyne not just for his on-pitch performance but also for his overall impact on the team. Guardiola remarked, "How many years has he been with us, nine years, 10 years?"
"The numbers, the presence, the consistency have been amazing. He’s one of the best players in the history of Manchester City." The coach highlighted De Bruyne's leadership qualities and positive influence on the team dynamics.
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