Manchester City surrendered a commanding three-goal lead Tuesday night in a shocking 3-3 Champions League draw with Feyenoord at the Etihad Stadium, extending their winless run to six games.
First Half
City dominated early proceedings with Ilkay Gundogan seeing the game’s first chance deflected wide. Erling Haaland had a header denied by Feyenoord goalkeeper Timon Wellenreuther and the post, while Phil Foden forced another save with a long-range effort. The breakthrough came five minutes before halftime when Haaland converted a penalty after Quentin Timber’s foul.
Second Half
City appeared to seal victory early after the break. Gundogan doubled the lead with a deflected shot off David Hancko, and Haaland soon added his second, converting Matheus Nunes’ low cross for a 3-0 advantage.
The Comeback
Feyenoord’s remarkable revival began with Anis Hadj Moussa capitalizing on Josko Gvardiol’s poor backpass to round Ederson and score. Santiago Gimenez tapped home with eight minutes remaining before Hancko headed in on a counter-attack to complete the stunning turnaround.
Historic Collapse
The result marked the first time in Champions League history a team has failed to win after leading in the 75th minute, and City’s first surrender of a three-goal advantage since May 1989. Haaland’s brace came despite touching the ball just 26 times, at least 29 fewer than any other City outfield starter.
