Manchester City Advances to Champions League Group Stages
Manchester City advanced to the Champions League group stages with a dominant 3-0 win over Paris FC at the Joie Stadium on Thursday.
Match Highlights
Jamaican international Khadija ‘Bunny’ Shaw scored twice, finding the back of the net in the 31st and 65th minutes to ensure Man City triumphed 8-0 on aggregate.
City’s Strong Start
City made a lightning-fast start when Chloe Kelly tapped home in the second minute after goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, under pressure from Shaw, played the ball straight to the feet of the England forward.
Shaw’s Clinical Finish
The pair linked up again for City’s second, with Kelly collecting the ball from Laura Blindkilde Brown before fizzing it across the face of the goal for Shaw to turn in quickly.
City’s Penalty Success
Shaw doubled her goal tally in the 65th minute when she converted from the penalty spot after being bundled in the box.
Group Stage Draw
City has been drawn in Group D and will compete with Barcelona, St Polten, and Hammarby for a spot in the quarterfinals.
Conclusion
Manchester City’s victory marks a welcome return to European football for the team, who are now among the last 16 for the first time since 2020-2021.
FAQs
* Q: Who scored twice for Manchester City?
A: Khadija ‘Bunny’ Shaw
* Q: Who made a lightning-fast start for City?
A: Chloe Kelly
* Q: Who was City’s goalkeeper in the match?
A: Chiamaka Nnadozie