Manchester City enjoyed a 5-0 win over FC Copenhagen on Wednesday evening and Jack Grealish was one of many players to impress at the Etihad Stadium.
The 27-year-old started on the left flank and was involved in two goals on the night, but Grealish could have bagged a brace himself if not for good goalkeeping.
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In the first half, Grealish teed up Bernardo Silva down the left flank, but his shot struck the post. Not long after, the England international whipped an effort into the far corner from the edge of the box that was well-saved by Kamil Grabara.
Grealish had another opportunity to score after being put through by Ilkay Gundogan, but his fierce effort was tipped over the bar. The 27-year-old would eventually turn provider before the break, however, with his cut back being fired into the bottom corner by Sergio Gomez via a deflection for 3-0.
And with 15 minutes remaining, Grealish brilliantly carried the ball through the middle of the park before laying the ball for Riyad Mahrez to pick out Julian Alvarez for 5-0.
Grealish cut the ball back for Sergio Gomez to fire low into the bottom corner via a deflection. Grealish carried the ball through the middle of the park and laid the ball on for Riyad Mahrez to put a goal on the plate for Julian Alvarez.
Simon Bajkowski of the Manchester Evening News gave Grealish a player rating of 9/10 and said he put in a ‘bright performance’. Mitch Wilks of 90min gave the 27-year-old a player rating of 8/10 and said he ‘really enjoyed himself’ against Copenhagen. Grealish was given a player rating of 7/10 by BBC Sport too, so he’ll be proud of his efforts.
The England international had six shots with 50% hitting the target, created four chances, had three successful dribbles and won two freekicks.
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