Man City player ratings as Ilkay Gundogan leads by example in win over Porto

Manchester City began their quest for a maiden Champions League crown with a hard-fought win over Porto.

Sergio Aguero, Ilkay Gundogan and summer signing Ferran Torres scored the goals that ensured Pep Guardiola's side made a winning start to Group C.

But the victory was hard-earned for City, who were made to work hard by the Portuguese champions, before the Blues ultimately made their superiority count.

City made the worst possible start, going behind to a superb solo goal from Porto's Colombian striker Luis Dias after 14 minutes.

But Guardiola's side got back on level terms from the penalty spot six minutes later through their club record goalscorer Aguero.

City had to wait until the 65 minute to take the lead, through an exquisite free-kick from Gundogan, with Torres coming off the bench to make it 3-1 eight minutes later.

Ferran Torres (right) celebrates scoring his side's third goal of the game with Phil Foden (PA)

Man City Player Ratings

Ederson 6

Got away with poor pass out when Uribe blasted the ball over the bar.

Kyle Walker 7

Defended diligently despite first-half booking. Crucial goal-line clearance.

Ruben Dias 5

Sloppy pass out from the back was intercepted and led to Porto's opener.

Not the new boys's best night (Getty Images)

Eric Garcia 5

Surprise selection by Guardiola. Failed to vindicate his manager's faith in him.

Jose Cancelo 5

Failed to put any pressure on Dias, allowing the forward to open the scoring.

Ilkay Gundogan 7 MOTM

Shot saved by Marchesin. Won the game with exquisite free-kick delivery.

Gundogan impressed in the heart of midfield (POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Rodri 5

Lots of touches but little dynamism or effectiveness in the heart of midfield.

Riyad Mahrez 6

Shackled by Sanusi and Sarr, who nullified his threat down City's right flank.

Bernardo Silva 6

Played with usual industry but lacked real influence in the middle.

Raheem Sterling 6

Captain for the night won a penalty on his 250 appearance for City.

Sergio Aguero 7

Scored from the spot – his 40 Champions League goal - to draw City level.

Another goal for City's record scorer (Martin Rickett/POOL/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)

Subs: Foden 6 (Gundogan, 68), Torres 7 (Aguero, 68)

Porto (3-5-2): Marchesin 7; Sarr 6, Mbemba 7, Pepe 5, Sansui 6; Oliveira 6, Uribe 7; Corona 6, Vieira 6, Diaz 7 (Manafa 55, 6); Marega 6

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