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RICO LEWIS POISED TO IMPRESS IN MANCHESTER CITY MIDFIELD STARTING OPPORTUNITY
Rico Lewis seized his chance in midfield for Man City, assisting Erling Haaland in a 2-0 UCL win over Villarreal. The 20-year-old relished playing his preferred role and impressing Pep Guardiola.
Rico Lewis excelled as Manchester City beat Villarreal in the Champions League - Photo Credit: Getty Images
Rico Lewis is committed to taking advantage of every chance to make an impression in the midfield for Manchester City.
With a solid performance in City's 2-0 Champions League victory over Villarreal on Tuesday, the England international accomplished just that.
The 20-year-old has mostly played right back, but at the Estadio de la Ceramica, boss Pep Guardiola gave him a go in his favoured centre position.
In his only fourth start of the season, he reacted with a strong showing and interacted well with teammates, most notably by setting up Erling Haaland's opening goal.
The City academy graduate stated, "There is nothing better than playing, and I am certainly thrilled to be playing in midfield as well." "Most significantly, we received three points, so I have no concerns.
"Obviously, entering is challenging, but my excitement overcame that challenge." I was aware that I had to make a point.
"I have always wanted to play in midfield and talk about it all the time, so I needed to show myself." I want to seize the chance when it presents itself.
"I think I found the spaces and got an assist, so I can not really ask for more, but it was a tough game—they are a fantastic team."
Lewis claimed it was far from an easy task, even though he appeared at ease as he adapted to his job alongside Nico Gonzalez and captain Bernardo Silva.
"I was so exhausted that it did not feel like that," he remarked. The fundamentals would always be there, but after ten minutes, I was beginning to doubt my ability to make it to halftime.
"The squad is so fantastic that you fit in, but you can not play for five straight games." We practise it a lot in training; you are familiar with the spaces.
"Everyone knows where everyone is going to be, whether you are playing or not. We already have that kind of structure, which is encouraging in the early stages and will only become better.
After 16 minutes, Haaland swept in Lewis' cutback to give City the lead. It was the prolific Norwegian's fifteenth goal of the season and an incredible twenty-fourth in just fourteen club and national team appearances.
In addition, it was his 53rd goal in the Champions League and his 12th goal in a row, putting him 10th on the list of the league's highest scorers.
Before halftime, Silva extended the lead with a strong header, and victory was certain. However, if Villarreal had taken advantage of one of the few second-half opportunities, the evening might have become uncomfortable.
"The performance, with a result like that, helps more than you think," Lewis stated.
"Even though the performance was not great, you can still be satisfied after winning 1-0 and being a little rough. However, it is incredible to have a clean sheet and two goals in a performance like that.
DISCIPLINARY BLOW: MADRID PLAYER SUSPENDED POST EL CLáSICO TUSSLE
Real Madrid's backup keeper Andriy Lunin has been handed a one-game suspension by the RFEF for his aggressive conduct on the bench during the heated final moments of El Clásico. Real Madrid's appeal was rejected.
El Clásico Scuffle - Photo Credit Getty Images
Los Blancos' goalie Andriy Lunin has been suspended for one game by the RFEF Disciplinary Committee for his involvement in the sideline dramas during the El Clásico's final moments. Although the cameras did not catch it, referee Soto Grado did record that he had sent the Ukrainian off.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the RFEF responded as follows when asked why Lunin received a red card.
The reason for Lunin, Andrii's expulsion in the 90th minute was that he had to be restrained by his teammates after he walked aggressively from his bench to the blonde bench.
The disciplinary committee of the RFEF
"When considered significant, those whose behaviour violates sporting order will be suspended for four to ten games or fined between 602 and 3,006 euros."
Because of Lunin's actions, which constituted a minor violation of the sporting order, he was suspended for one game. The ruling had been challenged by Real Madrid. However, the RFEF stayed steadfast, defending the referee's ruling and the evidence in the match report and on film.
Now, the backup goalie will not play against Valencia this weekend, where he is probably going to be benched. Fran Gonzalez and Sunico, both from the youth team, might be called up as the matchday squad's third choice, with Sergio Mestre serving as a backup.
No Barcelona players or any other Real Madrid players were slapped with bans following the two flash moments in the closing stages of the game. When Vinicius Jr. and Lamie Yamal argued, even players who were not on the team were spotted shoving on the side of the field. The RFEF, however, determined that nothing that came to pass would justify further prohibitions.
ARSENAL STAR DROPS CONFIDENT TITLE HINT AFTER STRONG OPENING
Arsenal star Bukayo Saka is targeting a historic Premier League and World Cup double with England this season. The winger believes it's a "doable" feat as the Gunners lead the title race.
Bukayo Saka - (Image: David Price/Arsenal FC)
According to Bukayo Saka, it is feasible for Arsenal and England to win both games this season. The season has started well for the Gunners under Mikel Arteta's leadership.
Arsenal leads the Premier League standings by four points at the moment and is starting to look like a title contender. Manchester City is only one point ahead of defending champions Liverpool, who are seven points behind.
Saka, however, is not only interested in winning at his club; he also hopes to succeed internationally. Manager Thomas Tuchel has stated that winning the trophy is his ambition for England, who have qualified for the World Cup in the USA next year.
Saka is optimistic about his club's and his nation's chances of winning. "Yeah, that is my prayer," he remarked in an interview with Sky Sports. It is possible, of course.
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