Manchester City bounced back from their first defeat in the Premier League this season against Liverpool with a 3-1 win over Newcastle at the Etihad on Saturday.
Sergio Aguero was the match winner as he scored a superb hat-trick.
Here we rate the performances of the City players.
RATINGS
Ederson – Barely had anything to do for the most part but was beaten Murphy’s chipped finish. Had to stop Diame’s shot in the second half before fumbling the collection and having to dive in at the midfielders feet to thwart him again. 6
Walker – Played like an extra winger with City enjoying so much possession. Nearly set up Aguero on one occasion. Was good in the air. Should’ve done better with his crossing though. 6
Stones – Was caught holding a high line when Newcastle scored against the run of play. Wasn’t as influential playing out from the back as he normally is. 5
Otamendi – Was solid at the back and looked to step out and join the midfield at every opportunity. 6
Zinchenko – Acquitted himself well and saw plenty of the ball. Switched off a bit for the goal though. 6
De Bruyne – Brilliant in midfield, created chance after chance, four key passes in total but so much more in penetration and build up play. Was unlucky not to score but provided the cross for the opener. 9
Fernandinho – With seven aerial duels won and eight clearances he was City’s best from a defensive perspective. 7
Silva – Wasn’t at his unplayable best but coasted through the game. His passing was instrumental in moving the Newcastle defence around. 6
Sterling – Unlucky to have a goal ruled out for offside, although it was the right call. Did well to win the penalty for the second and was always a threat in behind. 7
Aguero – Continued to terrorise Newcastle with the perfect hat-trick – header, right foot, left foot. Set up De Bruyne a couple of times as well. Was at his clinical best. 10
Sané – So much pace, skill and trickery. Produced a piece of magic for the third goal. 8
Manchester City
Bernardo (for Sterling 86′) – N/A
Diaz (for Sane 87′) – N/A
