Nunes Strikes Late as Man City Edge Villa in Champions League Chase
Wow—what a night at the Etihad! Manchester City just delivered one of those classic late winners that fans live for. With only seconds left on the clock, Matheus Nunes stepped up and slotted in a dramatic 94th-minute goal to snatch victory from Aston Villa, sending the home crowd into a frenzy. That moment wasn’t just about three points—it launched City into third place with 61 points, putting them in a strong position for a Champions League spot.
It was a high-octane clash, full of tension and contrasting emotions on the touchline. Pep Guardiola celebrated wildly, while Unai Emery looked devastated as Villa slipped to seventh. And with Chelsea, Newcastle, and Nottingham Forest all closely eyeing that top-five finish, this result definitely shook things up.
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The match had all the drama. Early on, Marcus Rashford, donning a Villa shirt, proved to be a serious threat. He earned a penalty after a clever burst through City’s defense, which he coolly converted—complete with a cheeky boot shuffle—to give Villa the lead. That move had fans booing, not just because of the goal, but also because of Rashford’s ties to Manchester United. Classic derby drama energy.
City responded with grit. Omar Marmoush whipped in a dangerous cross that eventually led to Bernardo Silva finding the net—thanks in part to a shaky parry from Villa keeper Emiliano MartÃnez. The game was wide open after that. Both teams had chances. Rashford could’ve had more, but his finishing let him down on the day. Then came the storm of corners, the VAR drama, and a frustrated Guardiola picking up a yellow card for venting at the officials.
It was chaotic, relentless, and captivating. James McAtee and Mateo Kovacic were brought on as fresh legs, with McAtee playing a makeshift No. 9. He almost pulled off a lovely lob, but it drifted just wide. And just when it looked like the points would be shared, City turned defense into attack, and boom—Doku to Nunes, goal. Game over.
This win isn’t just a boost in the standings—it’s a statement. City might not be at their dominant best this season, but they still have the fight and the flair when it counts most. Villa, meanwhile, need to shake this off quickly with their FA Cup semi-final just around the corner.
Man City fans will be buzzing after this. What a way to win it.
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