Kevin De Bruyne Leads Manchester City to End Seven-Game Winless Streak
The Belgian midfielder's return to the starting lineup inspires a 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest, lifting City to fourth in the Premier League.
- Kevin De Bruyne scored one goal and assisted another in his first Premier League start in nearly three months, showcasing his pivotal role in Manchester City's attack.
- The 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest marked City's first victory since October, ending a seven-match winless streak that included six defeats.
- Manager Pep Guardiola emphasized the need to carefully manage De Bruyne's fitness as the team faces a demanding December schedule.
- Jeremy Doku and Bernardo Silva also scored, while City kept their first clean sheet in six weeks, signaling a potential turnaround in form.
- Defender Nathan Ake suffered a hamstring injury late in the game, raising concerns about City's defensive depth moving forward.