Manchester City overcame a first-half deficit to defeat Plymouth Argyle 3-1 in the FA Cup, with teenager Nico O'Reilly scoring twice from set pieces. Kevin de Bruyne later added a third goal to secure the win. Initially facing struggles with a rotated lineup, Pep Guardiola quickly adjusted by substituting key players, demonstrating his managerial acumen. The outcome showcases City's ability to rebound and maintain momentum as they advance in the tournament, with their next opponent still unknown but potentially formidable.
Guardiola responded by quickly making two changes with the score at 1-1, bringing on Ruben Dias for the once again injured Nathan Ake in an enforced change then bringing on Haaland for McAtee.
None of these players particularly offer a goal threat... City struggled, with the best chances coming from Grealish creating on the left flank or Ilkay Gundogan crashing the box from defensive midfield.
It was a flashback to the treble season with Bernardo Silva and Jack Grealish on the right and left flank respectively, with De Bruyne and James McAtee in central midfield.
Having a focal point allowed City to create more of a siege on the Plymouth goal, with City going on to win deservedly and Haaland being involved in the third and decisive strike.
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