With City 1-0 up after more than an hour with 10 men at Old Trafford, our hosts created their best chance of the afternoon deep into added time.
Stepping into the box, United forward Bryan Mbeumo took one touch and hit a right-footed effort that the Italian parried wide with a strong right hand.
It all but sealed a crucial three points for Enzo Maresca’s side as we continued our 100% start to the league campaign, plus earned local bragging rights.
The clean sheet was one of two the Italian has kept in five league games so far this term, with our No.1 also shutting out Coventry the week prior.
He’s up against Crystal Palace’s Dean Henderson, Liverpool’s Alisson, Fulham man Bernd Leno and Arsenal’s David Raya, who makes the list twice.
It follows news earlier today that Antoine Semenyo is nominated for the Player of the Month award while Enzo Maresca is up for the manager’s equivalent prize.
Voting is now open but act fast to support our man as it will close at 12:00 (UK) on Monday 28 September.
The winner will be announced at 14:00 (UK) on Friday 2 October.
Make a Night of It!
Hospitality for all four of our home Champions League games are now on sale.
City will face PSG, AEK Athens, Napoli and Sporting CP at the Etihad in the League Phase of the 2026/27 competition.
We take on the current holders on Wednesday 14 October, the Greek Super League champions on Tuesday 20 October, Kevin De Bruyne’s Serie A side on Tuesday 24 November and Matheus Nunes’s former club on Wednesday 27 January – all kick-off times are 20:00 (UK).
And you can be here to see this quality quartet of European matches with a range of packages available.
Prices start from £95 while we also have 20% off City Hall and Crossbar when two or more UCL League Phase games are purchased – the offer will automatically be added in your basket when you add two more fixtures.
Make your matchday unforgettable by booking one of our incredible hospitality experiences.
