Manchester City secured a 2-0 victory against Porto in their opening Champions League fixture, with Erling Haaland scoring both goals. The win marks a positive start for manager Enzo Maresca, who has now overseen four consecutive victories since taking over.
The result is particularly significant given City's recent away record in the competition, having lost six of their last nine away games. They also lost the 2021 Champions League final at the same venue.
Maresca made a notable change to the lineup, giving Ayyoub Bouaddi a full debut alongside Enzo Fernández in midfield. Despite a slow start to the match, City's play became more direct, leading to Haaland's crucial goals.
The first goal came after Cherki broke into the area, feeding Fernández, whose cross Haaland headed in. Haaland then sealed the victory with a late right-foot stab.