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

Dive into Ladbrokes’ 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.

Well, what a cracking match that was at the Etihad! Manchester City absolutely ran riot against Borussia Dortmund, securing a convincing 4-1 victory. It’s no surprise really, considering City’s form coming into this one, but you’ve got to give credit where it’s due – they were clinical. Phil Foden was on fire, bagging a brace, and Erling Haaland continued his goal-scoring spree. Dortmund did manage a consolation goal, but let’s be honest, they were outclassed from start to finish. This result extends City’s winning run and puts them in a strong position moving forward.

As for Dortmund, it was a night to forget. They started brightly enough, but once City got their tails up, there was no stopping them. The German side tried to rally with a goal from Waldemar Anton, but it was too little, too late. Their recent form hasn’t been great, and this loss won’t do much to boost their confidence. Still, they’ve got the quality to bounce back, but they’ll need to regroup and come back stronger next time out.

The stats from this match paint a clear picture of City’s dominance. Despite both teams having an equal share of possession at 50%, it was Manchester City who made the most of their time on the ball. They had a higher successful dribble percentage at 59 compared to Dortmund’s 56, showing their intent to attack. The four corners each team won suggest a fairly even battle in terms of pressure, but it was City’s efficiency in front of goal that made the difference. With two yellow cards to Dortmund’s one, City also showed a bit more discipline, keeping their cool under pressure.

The game’s turning point came early with Phil Foden’s first goal in the 22nd minute, assisted by Tijjani Reijnders. That set the tone for the rest of the match. Erling Haaland then doubled the lead just seven minutes later, thanks to a brilliant assist from Jérémy Doku. Foden’s second goal in the 57th minute, again assisted by Reijnders, put the game beyond doubt. Dortmund’s only response came from Waldemar Anton in the 72nd minute, but it was merely a consolation. The cherry on top for City was Riyad Cherki’s goal in the 90th minute, sealing a comprehensive victory.

Manchester City lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation, and it worked a treat. With Gianluigi Donnarumma in goal and a solid backline of Matheus Nunes, John Stones, Josko Gvardiol, and Nico O’Reilly, they were rock-solid at the back. The midfield trio of Nico González, Savinho, and Tijjani Reijnders provided the perfect platform for the attacking quartet of Phil Foden, Jérémy Doku, and Erling Haaland to wreak havoc. This setup allowed City to control the game and exploit Dortmund’s weaknesses.

Dortmund opted for a 3-4-2-1 formation, but it didn’t quite pay off. Gregor Kobel was in goal, with 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 Serhou Guirassy up top. Despite their efforts, they struggled to cope with City’s relentless pressure and couldn’t find a way to turn the tide.

Phil Foden was the standout performer and rightly takes home the Man of the Match award. His brace was crucial in securing the victory, and his overall performance was nothing short of sensational. Foden’s ability to find space and finish clinically made all the difference, and his contribution to the team’s attacking play was immense.

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

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

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