Rodri uncovers the key to Manchester City‘s victory over Sheffield United.
Manchester City defensive midfielder Rodri scored the winner as the Blues survived a brief scare against Sheffield United
After overcoming Sheffield United 2-1 at Bramall Lane, Manchester City’s match-winner Rodri praised his team’s patience.
City’s patience was tested in the first half as the Blades frustrated them. Erling Haaland’s penalty hit the post 10 minutes before halftime, leaving him with his head in his hands.
After an hour, his efforts were rewarded as Jack Grealish picked him out at the back stick to give the Blues the lead. United appeared to have snatched a point five minutes before second-half stoppage time when replacement Jayden Bogle blasted home. Rodri uncovers the key to Manchester City’s victory over Sheffield United.
The wasted chances from Haaland and company, however, were quickly forgotten when Rodri hammered a strike into the top corner, sparking chaotic scenes in the City away end. The Spanish midfielder praised what he called a “great victory” in South Yorkshire after the game.
“It was one of those games you have to be patient,” Rodri explained to Premier League Productions. “Great credit to them, they defended very well and closed the spaces, but we kept trying until the end and in the end we found the space.
“The mentality of the team, we did our job and I scored so I’m very happy. Sometimes football is like this, we know the level of this league, but it’s a great win.”
City’s victory means their 100 per cent record remains intact. Next up for the Blues is the visit of Fulham to the Etihad Stadium on Saturday.
