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Man City beaten by PSG in enthralling game as Pep returns to Etihad

Manchester City suffered a stunning 4-2 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in their Champions League opener, with Pep Guardiola watching from the stands as his former club fell behind to a dominant first-half display. PSG showcased their attacking prowess early, with Desire Doué, Ousmane Dembélé, and Vitinha scoring in quick succession, capitalizing on fluid teamwork and sharp execution.

Erling Haaland pulled City back with two goals after the break, but the visitors sealed victory through a Maghnes Akliouche strike, with Gianluigi Donnarumma’s defensive errors proving costly. The match highlighted PSG’s depth of talent, while City’s resilience was tempered by missed chances and late drama, including a saved penalty from Ferran Torres.

Guardiola’s presence in the stands—surrounded by City’s leadership—added symbolic weight to the game, as the club navigates both on-field challenges and off-field scrutiny amid financial rule-breaking allegations.

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