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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
David Hytner at the Etihad Stadium

Enzo Maresca insists Manchester City are ‘close’ to PSG despite home defeat

Enzo Maresca on the touchline.
Enzo Maresca said he ‘really likes’ to play against PSG after Manchester City’s 4-2 loss. Photograph: Adam Vaughan/EPA

Enzo Maresca felt Manchester City proved they were close to the level of Paris Saint-Germain after losing out to them in a Champions League thriller at the Etihad Stadium.

City trailed 3-0 at half-time against the defending champions and the damage might have been heavier. But they threw caution to the wind in the second half, creating a host of chances and hinting at a remarkable comeback before going down 4-2.

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