Manchester City faced off against Leeds United in a thrilling encounter at the Etihad Stadium in the Premier League. Both teams came into the match with a point to prove, and the game lived up to expectations. In this article, we will take a closer look at the match and analyze the key moments that shaped the outcome.

H1: Manchester City vs Leeds United: Match Overview

The match started off in a high-octane fashion, with both teams looking to assert their dominance. Manchester City had the better of the early exchanges, with Kevin De Bruyne pulling the strings in midfield. However, Leeds United gradually grew into the game, and it was their attacking intent that caused Manchester City problems.

H2: Leeds United's Attacking Threat

Leeds United's high-pressing game caused Manchester City problems, with the likes of Jack Harrison and Raphinha looking dangerous on the break. It was no surprise when Leeds United took the lead, with Stuart Dallas scoring a stunning goal in the 42nd minute.

H3: Manchester City's Response

Manchester City responded well to going behind and had several chances to equalize before half-time. They eventually got their reward, with Ferran Torres scoring a well-taken goal in the 76th minute.

H4: The Winning Goal

The game was finely poised at 1-1, with both teams looking to win the game. It was Leeds United who got the all-important goal, with Dallas scoring his second of the game in the 90th minute. The goal was a sucker-punch for Manchester City, who had dominated the second half.

H5: Key Stats

• Possession: Manchester City 72%, Leeds United 28%
• Shots: Manchester City 29, Leeds United 2
• Shots on target: Manchester City 7, Leeds United 2

H6: Player Ratings

Manchester City

• Ederson - 6
• Joao Cancelo - 7
• John Stones - 7
• Ruben Dias - 7
• Benjamin Mendy - 6
• Fernandinho - 7
• Kevin De Bruyne - 8
• Bernardo Silva - 7
  
  
  
  
• Riyad Mahrez - 6
• Ferran Torres - 8
• Sergio Aguero - 6

Leeds United

• Illan Meslier - 8
• Luke Ayling - 7
• Diego Llorente - 7
• Liam Cooper - 7
• Stuart Dallas - 9
• Kalvin Phillips - 7
• Ezgjan Alioski - 6
• Raphinha - 8
• Jack Harrison - 7
• Tyler Roberts - 6
• Patrick Bamford - 6

H7: Key Moments

Stuart Dallas' First Goal

Stuart Dallas opened the scoring for Leeds United with a stunning goal. He picked up the ball just inside the Manchester City half and drove forward before unleashing a powerful shot into the bottom corner.

Ferran Torres' Equalizer

Manchester City responded well to going behind and got their reward in the 76th minute. Ferran Torres picked up the ball on the edge of the box and beat two defenders before calmly slotting the ball into the bottom corner.

Stuart Dallas' Winning Goal

Stuart Dallas scored his second of the game in the 90th minute to give Leeds United a famous victory. He picked up the ball on the edge of the box and curled a shot into the top corner, leaving Ederson with no chance.

H8: Analysis

Leeds United fully deserved their victory, with