Rico Lewis makes Man City position admission as John Stones handed boost
manchestereveningnews.co.ukThe losing streak is over. Manchester City registered their first win in three games with a 3-1 win over Bundesliga outfit RB Leipzig on Wednesday night following back-to-back defeats to Newcastle United and Wolves in the Carabao Cup and Premier League.
Phil Foden had opened the scoring midway through the first half before the hosts responded against the run of play through Lois Openda shortly after the break.
While City had dominated much of the game it had looked as though they may struggle to find a winner before Julian Alvarez finally settled nerves with a fine strike six minutes from at the Red Bull Arena before fellow substitute Jeremy Doku wrapped up the win in stoppage time. ALSO READ: Man City player ratings vs RB Leipzig READ MORE: Man City teammates help out misfiring Erling Haaland vs RB Leipzig One of the standout performers on the night was academy graduate Rico Lewis as he played in midfield alongside Rodri and Foden and the youngster has now spoken about his favoured role within the side, as John Stones has been handed an England call-up by Gareth Southgate.
Here are your Thursday evening City headlines. Rico Lewis wants to play further forward in midfield - but is willing to remain patient for his chances in the middle.
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