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City Takes 1-0 Lead After Own Goal in First Half
Manchester City entered the break with a 1-0 advantage over Leipzig in the fourth round of the UEFA Champions League at the Red Bull Arena. The goal came from a mistake by Leipzig’s Castello Lukeba, who inadvertently headed a Nico O’Reilly cross into his own net in the 37th minute. In the first half, Leipzig dominated possession, holding 66% compared to City’s 34%, but managed only one shot on target from four attempts. Leipzig, however, fired six shots, two of which were on target, and matched City with eight touches inside the opponent’s penalty area. The visitors fell short of expectations before the interval.
Frequently asked questions
How did Manchester City take the lead?
Manchester City took the lead after Castello Lukeba of Leipzig headed a Nico O’Reilly cross into his own net in the 37th minute, resulting in an own goal.
What was Leipzig's possession percentage in the first half?
Leipzig held 66% possession in the first half, while Manchester City had 34%.