In the 27th round of the Premier League, Manchester City secured the crucial three points by defeating Newcastle 2-1 at home. This match was remembered not only by the victory, but also by another pleasant aspect for Uzbek fans: our compatriot Abdukodir Khusanov entered the field at the beginning of the second half and attracted attention with his strong and calm game.
After the break, Guardiola replaced Ruben Dias with Khusanov. This decision served to maintain order and reliability in City's rear. Abdukodir, on the other hand, appeared as a defender who takes maximum advantage of the opportunity, correctly reads situations, and early detects and stops dangerous attacks.
It is noteworthy that a number of statistical portals also gave a worthy assessment of Khusanov's actions. SofaScore scored 7 points for the Uzbek defender, FotMob scored 6.6 points, and Flashscore scored 6.8 points. These numbers are not just "points," they mean confidence on the field, the right decision, and composure even under pressure.
Photo: Sofascore
Niko O'Reilly, who scored a brace in the match in Manchester, was named Player of the Match - 8.7 points. Rodri was the second best player of the game with 8.6 points.
Another important point: Khusanov's appearance isn't just about "playing." He is also heating up the competition within the team. After such a game, it's natural for the coaching staff to ask, "Will we give a chance in the next game?"
For the record, City are two points behind league leaders Arsenal after their victory. The Citizens will face Leeds in the next round. This meeting will take place on February 28. So, the door to new opportunities is open again for Khusanov - now the most important thing is not to lose this form and to go out every minute in the mood that "I didn't come here for nothing."
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