Manchester City's Late VAR Penalty Secures Dramatic 2-2 Draw Against Monaco
Manchester City's Champions League clash with Monaco ended in a dramatic 2-2 draw, thanks to a late VAR-awarded penalty. The match saw heated exchanges on the benches and mixed reactions from manager Pep Guardiola.
City started the game strongly, creating numerous chances and limiting Monaco's opportunities. However, the match turned in Monaco's favour when Nico Gonzalez's boot connected with Eric Dier's head in the 95th minute, leading to a penalty. The referee, Jesús Gil Manzano, awarded the spot-kick after a VAR review, despite Guardiola's decision not to comment on the decision.
Both benches were involved in heated exchanges around the Champions League standings. Eric Dier stepped up to score the penalty, securing a draw for Monaco in the dying moments of the game. Despite the late setback, Guardiola remains optimistic, believing his team is improving throughout the season.
The draw leaves City with a mixed start to their Champions League campaign, following a similar pattern in the Premier League. Guardiola's faith in his team's progress remains undeterred, as they look ahead to their next fixtures.
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