Manchester City 4-1 Borussia Dortmund: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Bwin’s post-match review of Manchester City 4-1 Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on Wednesday, 05 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Manchester City delivered a commanding performance, securing a 4-1 victory over Borussia Dortmund at home. The result was not surprising given City’s recent form, with Phil Foden’s brace and Erling Haaland’s goal highlighting their attacking prowess. Dortmund, despite their efforts, couldn’t match City’s intensity, with their lone goal coming too late to change the game’s outcome. This win extends Manchester City’s strong run in the Champions League, showcasing their dominance and reinforcing their status as title contenders.

Key moments in the match included Foden’s early strike in the 22nd minute, assisted by Tijjani Reijnders, setting the tone for City’s dominance. Haaland’s goal in the 29th minute further solidified their lead, while Foden’s second goal in the 57th minute sealed the victory. Dortmund’s response came late with W. Anton’s goal in the 72nd minute, but it was merely a consolation. The match underlined Manchester City’s ability to control the game and capitalise on their opportunities, with Foden’s performance standing out as particularly influential.

The match statistics reveal a closely contested game in terms of possession, with both teams holding 50%. However, Manchester City’s superior efficiency in front of goal was evident, as they managed to convert their chances into a convincing victory. The teams were evenly matched in corners, each securing four, but City’s higher successful dribble percentage (59% vs. Dortmund’s 56%) indicates their greater control in attacking transitions. The two yellow cards received by Manchester City compared to Dortmund’s one suggest a slightly more aggressive approach from the home side, but overall, the statistics reflect City’s dominance in key areas of the game.

The game’s pivotal moments were dominated by Manchester City, starting with Phil Foden’s opening goal in the 22nd minute, assisted by Tijjani Reijnders. This early strike set the tone for City’s performance, followed by Erling Haaland’s goal in the 29th minute, assisted by Jérémy Doku, further extending their lead. Foden’s second goal in the 57th minute, again assisted by Reijnders, effectively sealed the match. Borussia Dortmund’s only response came in the 72nd minute with W. Anton’s goal, but it was too little too late to mount a comeback.

Manchester City deployed a 4-1-4-1 formation, with Gianluigi Donnarumma in goal and a solid backline of Matheus Nunes, John Stones, Josko Gvardiol, and Nico O’Reilly. The midfield was anchored by Nico González, with Savinho, Tijjani Reijnders, Phil Foden, and Jérémy Doku providing creativity and width. Erling Haaland led the attack, and this lineup’s balance and fluidity were key to their dominant performance, allowing them to control the game and exploit Dortmund’s defense effectively.

Borussia Dortmund lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, with Gregor Kobel in goal and a back three of Waldemar Anton, Nico Schlotterbeck, and Ramy Bensebaini. The midfield was manned by Julian Ryerson, Marcel Sabitzer, Felix Nmecha, and Daniel Svensson, with Karim Adeyemi and Maximilian Beier supporting striker Serhou Guirassy. Despite their efforts, this setup struggled to contain Manchester City’s attacking threats, contributing to their defeat.

Phil Foden was rightfully named Bwin’s Man of the Match for his outstanding performance against Borussia Dortmund. Scoring twice, in the 22nd and 57th minutes, Foden’s goals were crucial in securing the victory for Manchester City. His ability to find space and finish clinically, combined with his overall influence on the game, made him the standout player on the pitch.

Recent Champions League matches:

• Win: 4-1 vs Borussia Dortmund (H)
• Win: 2-0 vs Villarreal (A)

Recent Champions League matches:

• Loss: 1-4 vs Manchester City (A)
• Win: 4-2 vs FC København (A)

Currently 4th in the league with 10 points, Manchester City will face Liverpool, who are 8th with 9 points, on November 09, 2025 at 16:30.

Currently 14th in the league with 7 points, Borussia Dortmund will play Hamburger SV on November 08, 2025 at 14:30.

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