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City had been 4- ahead by half-time and 6-1 up just after 73 minutes, only for United to lessen the margin of defeat with two late objectives by Anthony Martial. Guardiola had dismissed Martinez’s lack of height as an concern ahead of the United clash, alternatively praising the 24-year-old’s defensive qualities and his reading of the game. But sources told ESPN that City’s game-strategy centred on Martinez getting so preoccupied with marking Haaland that he would leave gaps for Foden to exploit in the left side of United’s back four. City beat Erik ten Hag’s group six-three possessing raced into...