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Kieran King

Ten-man Man City frustrated by Copenhagen as Riyad Mahrez has nightmare - 5 talking points

It proved to be a frustrating evening at the office for 10-man Manchester City as they were held to a goalless draw at Copenhagen on Tuesday.

Pep Guardiola made the bold decision to drop talisman Erling Haaland for the fixture, with Julian Alvarez given the nod up front. Phil Foden and Bernardo Silva were also rested as the Spaniard freshened up his side amid the congested fixture schedule.

City weren't at their usual best, although they did have to play the final hour a man down as Sergio Gomez was given a straight red card. Riyad Mahrez missed a golden chance to give Guardiola's side the lead from the penalty spot, while Rodri saw an excellent strike ruled out as the game was filled with VAR controversy.

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