Crystal Palace v Manchester City: Player Ratings
BBC Sport Evaluates the Action at Selhurst Park
Manchester City continued their winning start to the Premier League season under new manager Enzo Maresca, defeating Crystal Palace 4-1 on Friday. Here's a detailed look at how BBC Sport rated each player.
Crystal Palace
- Dean Henderson: Denied several Man City goals but couldn't stop Cherki and Haaland. 7
- Jaydee Comvot: Solid defensively but outshined by Cherki. 6
- Chris Richards: Engaged in a battle with Haaland but ultimately overpowered. 6
- Takehiro Tomiyasu: As dependable as ever, providing stability at the back. 6
- Anan Khalaili: Worked hard without creating much. 6
- Daichi Kamada: Busy but struggled to make an impact. 5
- Adam Wharton: Outstanding control and passing range, Palace's best player. 7
- Tyrick Mitchell: Tenacious and quick but missed a sitter. 6
- Eddie Nketiah: Early threat faded as the game progressed. 5
- Yeremy Pino: Offers danger but inconsistent. Scored a brilliant free-kick. 6
- Jorgen Strand Larsen: Worked hard but physically overpowered. 5
Substitutes:
- Guessand (63') and Gozo (68') for Strand Larsen and Pino
- McNeil (68') for Nketiah
- Disasi (74') for Tomiyasu
- Mingueza (74') for Khalaili
Manchester City
- Gianluigi Donnarumma: Only really tested early on but made a crucial save. 6
- Abdukodir Khusanov: Impressed at right-back with his pace. 6
- Ruben Dias: Untroubled and solid, as always. 7
- Josko Gvardiol: Adaptable left-back who contributed to City's attacks. 6
- Nico O'Reilly: Elegant and creative in a forward role. 7
- Elliot Anderson: Always eager to challenge physically and create chances. 7
- Marc Guehi: Returned to Selhurst Park as a central defender. 6
- Phil Foden: Missed an early chance but involved at times. 6
- Rayan Cherki: Genius in scoring twice and showcasing his dribbling skills. 8
- Antoine Semenyo: Provided the assist for one of Cherki's goals. 6