Facing a significantly weaker opponent, Man City boldly deployed almost a reserve lineup. Haaland, Rodri, Bernado Silva, were not in the starting squad.
Despite this, Pep Guardiola’s players were still able to generate immense pressure. They quickly scored in the 2nd minute. From a cross by Savinho, Wydad’s goalkeeper Benabid tried to clear the ball, but Foden was there in time to shoot and score.
After the goal, Man City continued to dominate possession. Both wings, featuring Savinho and Doku, frequently created turmoil and opened up spaces.
Wydad had some dangerous counterattacks by exploiting Man City’s defensive lapses. At the 15
