In a thrilling encounter at St James’ Park, Kevin De Bruyne emerged as the catalyst for Manchester City’s spectacular comeback against Newcastle. The Belgian maestro, making his first Premier League appearance in five months, not only scored the equalizer but also provided the decisive assist, turning what seemed like a 2-1 defeat into a triumphant 3-2 win.
De Bruyne’s return had already set the stage for excitement, and he lived up to the anticipation. After a stunning first-half display by Pep Guardiola’s side, highlighted by Bernardo Silva’s audacious backheeled finish, City found themselves behind due to brilliant goals from Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon.
Guardiola’s strategic substitution brought on De Bruyne, who promptly leveled the match with a curled shot into the net. In injury time, the Belgian playmaker delivered an outrageous pass to Oscar Bobb, sealing the victory. City’s players celebrated as if they had clinched the title, underlining the significance of De Bruyne’s impact.
The match saw highs and lows for City’s players, with standout performances from Phil Foden and the impactful contributions of substitutes De Bruyne and Bobb. Guardiola’s strategic substitutions played a pivotal role in the comeback, further solidifying City’s title ambitions.
