Having steadied their position in the English Premier League, Manchester City now faces the task of stabilizing their turbulent journey in the UEFA Champions League. In the previous group stage match, the experimental tactics chosen by Josep Guardiola resulted in a home defeat against Bayer Leverkusen. This loss dropped the team to ninth place in the group standings.
The "Citizens" must secure a spot in the top eight to progress directly to the playoffs. Last season, Manchester City failed in this task, losing to Real Madrid in the knockout match and exiting the Champions League.
This year, the decisive test awaits in the sixth round — City will face Real Madrid in a critical one-leg encounter in Madrid. The match is scheduled for December 10, European time.
Fans' Demand: Husanov Must Be on the Field
Manchester City fans across the globe have begun to express their views openly on the club's official pages: they are urging Guardiola to entrust the right-back position in the “Santiago Bernabéu” match to Abduqodir Husanov.
The main reason for this demand is clear: in last season's Madrid match, the Uzbek defender successfully neutralized one of Real Madrid's most dangerous attackers, Vinícius Júnior. His performance garnered significant recognition within the football community.
Some Fan Comments:
Phâã Qwërçīyzx:
“Guardiola, play Husanov on the right flank!”
Lokoli Jnr:
“Pep, please start the game against Real with Husanov!”
Hon Abraham Lengwe:
“Whatever it takes, we must beat Real this time.”
Woosman Ceide (Real fan):
“City, help us get Xabi Alonso fired, give us a hard blow!”
KY Marto:
“Husanov must be in the starting lineup.”
Nasruddeen Yahya Abbie:
“Let’s continue what Celta started.”
Manuel Chared (Real fan):
“City, come and finish Alonso’s tenure for us.”
Shamsu Abdullahï Musa:
“Please, assign the right flank to Husanov.”
Kevin Blxck:
“Personally, I believe he should be in the starting lineup in Madrid.”
Lutho Marshall:
“We are waiting for Husanov in Madrid!”
The sentiments among fans indicate that City supporters view this match not only as key for the team but also as a crucial opportunity for Abduqodir Husanov to prove himself once again on the global stage.
For Manchester City to successfully navigate this challenging test ahead, every correct decision will carry decisive importance.
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