Manchester City got back to winning ways with a 4-1 victory over Brugge to move to within sight of the Champions League knockout rounds although it was not a trouble-free night for Pep Guardiola`s side on Wednesday.

In the end, goals by Phil Foden, Riyad Mahrez, Raheem Sterling and Gabriel Jesus earned a comfortable enough victory to leave City top of Group A with nine points after Paris St Germain could only draw with RB Leipzig.

But there were periods after a John Stones own goal gave Brugge an early equaliser in which City looked uncomfortable.

The Belgians had several decent opportunities before Mahrez headed Pep Guardiola`s side back in front in the 54th minute. Sterling gave City breathing space with a tap-in after 72 minutes and the hosts were able to coast home.

Substitute Jesus gave the scoreline an emphatic look as he added the fourth with the last kick of the game.

"The manager wasn`t happy at halftime and you have to take his advice," Foden said. "He changed things and we were much better in the second half.

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"Once we got our rhythm the chances started opening up."

City, who suffered a surprise Premier League defeat by Crystal Palace at the weekend following last week`s League Cup exit, need only one point from their remaining two games to secure their last-16 place.

Brugge are in third spot with four points.

City began in confident fashion and went ahead when Foden tapped in from close range from Joao Cancelo`s pass in the 15th minute.

But they were stunned two minutes later when Hans Vanaken`s shot was well saved by Ederson but Bernardo Silva`s attempted clearance struck Stones in the head and the ball rebounded into the net.

City lacked their usual fluency and Brugge threatened on the break.

The visitors had a glorious chance to go ahead when Charles De Ketelaere missed the target from close range shortly after the interval and they were made to pay a minute later when Mahrez headed in Cancelo`s cross to calm City nerves.

A fluent City move ended with Ilkay Gundogan squaring for substitute Sterling to convert to end a 12-match goal drought.

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Jesus got in on the act when he stroked home another Cancelo assist and the English champions` night got even better as news of a late Leipzig equaliser left them top of the group from PSG by one point.

Brugges can take heart from a positive display and while they are not mathematically out of the running for a top-two spot, De Ketelaere said the priority was now finishing third.

"We showed a good reaction in the first half with that equaliser. After that they didn`t really create good chances anymore in the first half. But yes, in the second half they kept putting pressure on," he said.

"It is now up to us to show that we deserve a place in the Europa League." 
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Manchester City got back to winning ways with a 4-1 victory over Brugge to move to within sight of the Champions League knockout rounds although it was not a trouble-free night for Pep Guardiola`s side on Wednesday.

Manchester City got back to winning ways with a 4-1 victory over Brugge to move to within sight of the Champions League knockout rounds although it was not a trouble-free night for Pep Guardiola`s side on Wednesday. In the end, goals by Phil Foden, Riyad Mahrez, Raheem Sterling and Gabriel Jesus earned a comfortable enough victory to leave City top of Group A with nine points after Paris St Germain could only draw with RB Leipzig. But there were periods after a John Stones own goal gave Brugge an early equaliser in which City looked uncomfortable. The Belgians had several decent opportunities before Mahrez headed Pep Guardiola`s side back in front in the 54th minute. Sterling gave City breathing space with a tap-in after 72 minutes and the hosts were able to coast home. Substitute Jesus gave the scoreline an emphatic look as he added the fourth with the last kick of the game. "The manager wasn`t happy at halftime and you have to take his advice," Foden said. "He changed things and we were much better in the second half. ALSO READ: Champions League: Georginio Wijnaldum scores brace for PSG before Leipzig tie ends in 2-2 stalemate "Once we got our rhythm the chances started opening up." City, who suffered a surprise Premier League defeat by Crystal Palace at the weekend following last week`s League Cup exit, need only one point from their remaining two games to secure their last-16 place. Brugge are in third spot with four points. City began in confident fashion and went ahead when Foden tapped in from close range from Joao Cancelo`s pass in the 15th minute. But they were stunned two minutes later when Hans Vanaken`s shot was well saved by Ederson but Bernardo Silva`s attempted clearance struck Stones in the head and the ball rebounded into the net. City lacked their usual fluency and Brugge threatened on the break. The visitors had a glorious chance to go ahead when Charles De Ketelaere missed the target from close range shortly after the interval and they were made to pay a minute later when Mahrez headed in Cancelo`s cross to calm City nerves. A fluent City move ended with Ilkay Gundogan squaring for substitute Sterling to convert to end a 12-match goal drought. ALSO READ: Champions League: Liverpool into last 16 as Jota, Mane lead charge in 2-0 win vs Atletico Madrid Jesus got in on the act when he stroked home another Cancelo assist and the English champions` night got even better as news of a late Leipzig equaliser left them top of the group from PSG by one point. Brugges can take heart from a positive display and while they are not mathematically out of the running for a top-two spot, De Ketelaere said the priority was now finishing third. "We showed a good reaction in the first half with that equaliser. After that they didn`t really create good chances anymore in the first half. But yes, in the second half they kept putting pressure on," he said. "It is now up to us to show that we deserve a place in the Europa League."

Champions League: Manchester City thrash Club Brugge 4-1 after slow start

Manchester City’s latest home-grown starlet Cole Palmer announced his arrival on the European stage on Tuesday with a maturely taken goal that had manager Pep Guardiola purring over his ability.

The 19-year-old midfielder came on for the last 25 minutes and scored the fourth in a 5-1 victory as the English champions ran riot in Belgium against Club Brugge to put their Champions League campaign back on track.

Palmer, who joined City at under-8 level, has made two substitute appearances in the Premier League this season and scored in the League Cup against Wycombe Wanderers last month, but his left-footed finish in Bruges hinted at much more to come.

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"Cole has a special quality in front of the box, a talent that is difficult to find,” said Guardiola after Tuesday’s one-sided triumph. 
"When he has the ball there, most of the time it ends up in the net. It’s difficult to find that.”

But the Manchester City manager made it clear Palmer would be brought along slowly.

"I know how it works with young players. We have to be calm and patient.

"His place is the second team but at the same time he trains with us and works with our principles,” added the manager.

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Palmer became only the third teenager to score for City in the Champions League after Phil Foden and Kelechi Iheanacho and, at the age of 19 and 166 days, he is the 10th youngest Englishman to score in the competition.

"I`m happy with the goal. He could have done a few actions a little bit better, but that is normal. It is experience," added Guardiola.

Manchester City’s latest home-grown starlet Cole Palmer announced his arrival on the European stage on Tuesday with a maturely taken goal that had manager Pep Guardiola purring over his ability.

Manchester City’s latest home-grown starlet Cole Palmer announced his arrival on the European stage on Tuesday with a maturely taken goal that had manager Pep Guardiola purring over his ability. The 19-year-old midfielder came on for the last 25 minutes and scored the fourth in a 5-1 victory as the English champions ran riot in Belgium against Club Brugge to put their Champions League campaign back on track. Palmer, who joined City at under-8 level, has made two substitute appearances in the Premier League this season and scored in the League Cup against Wycombe Wanderers last month, but his left-footed finish in Bruges hinted at much more to come. ALSO READ | Premier League approves as Saudi-led consortium completes £305 million deal to gain control of Newcastle "Cole has a special quality in front of the box, a talent that is difficult to find,” said Guardiola after Tuesday’s one-sided triumph. "When he has the ball there, most of the time it ends up in the net. It’s difficult to find that.” But the Manchester City manager made it clear Palmer would be brought along slowly. "I know how it works with young players. We have to be calm and patient. "His place is the second team but at the same time he trains with us and works with our principles,” added the manager. ALSO READ: 'Education sessions' likely to be held for fans who welcomed Saudi owners with imitation headdresses Palmer became only the third teenager to score for City in the Champions League after Phil Foden and Kelechi Iheanacho and, at the age of 19 and 166 days, he is the 10th youngest Englishman to score in the competition. "I`m happy with the goal. He could have done a few actions a little bit better, but that is normal. It is experience," added Guardiola.

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