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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
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Daniel Murphy

FORGOTTEN HISTORY: John stones names man city s difference maker in champions league final - The Untold Story

John Stones has hailed Ederson for his sensational saves in the closing stages of their Champions League final triumph.

Manchester City emerged on a hot and sweaty night in Istanbul as the champions of Europe after overcoming a compact and combative Inter 1-0. Rodri's stupendous strike in the second half was the difference but it was so nearly a different story.

The Italian giants rallied in the closing moments as they looked to force extra-time and they should have done so. But Ederson was in their way. Romelu Lukaku had a golden chance with a free header mere yards from goal but he directed his effort towards the Brazilian who was on hand to clear the danger off the line.

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