Manchester City entertained Ipswich Town at the Etihad Stadium earlier today as they hoped to secure all three points at home in the Premier League. The Mancunian club made a bright start to the game and scored the opener in the 19th minute thanks to Phil Foden’s effort. However, Daizen Maida equalised for the visitors just a couple of minutes later. Erling Haaland restored his team’s lead in the 34th minute as Enzo Maresca’s men went into the half-time break 2-1 up on the scoreline.

Haaland scored again for Man City in the 69th minute. Zian Flemming got another goal back for Ipswich from the penalty spot in the 90th minute. The match ended with the Mancunian giants securing a narrow 3-2 win at the Etihad.

Let’s take a look at how each Manchester City player fared during the clash against Ipswich.

He made one good save at the back, but would not be pleased after conceding twice this afternoon.

Nunes got stuck in with some solid tackles but offered very little going forward.

He dealt with the danger when he could and was good on the ball.

Guehi struggled to keep things solid at the back but was good on the ball.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – OCTOBER 17: Mateo Kovacic of Manchester City sits on the floor after picking up an injury, as he speaks with Ruben Dias, during the Premier League 2026/27 match between Manchester City and Ipswich Town at Etihad Stadium on October 17, 2026 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Kate McShane/Getty Images)

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