Ederson
Had nothing to do, but his dash out of goal was ill-judged and put City on the back foot right from the start of the game. 3
Kyle Walker
Had to dig in for some smart and rugged defending as City clung on to their lead (while they had it) - and his pace was an asset. 7
Fernandinho
Defending like this is not his game, but he showed he is a warrior as well as a footballer. 8
Nicolas Otamendi
Ill at ease in early stages, but when it descended into trench warfare, his fighting spirit shone through - headed everything. 9
Benjamin Mendy
Kept Traore fairly quiet for long spells, and did plenty of good work - until he spoiled it all with a ridiculous piece of defending. 4
Rodri
Did the vital job of protecting and aiding his back four almost to perfection - barely wasted a pass, as well. 8
Kevin De Bruyne
Starved of the ball for long spells, but made use of it to assist Sterling's second goal - then preserved for Sunday. 7
Bernardo Silva
An absolute master at maintaining possession and frustrating the opposition in these situations. Magical at times. 9
Riyad Mahrez
Was not having the best of nights, but his skipping run into the penalty area brought the spot kick which put City ahead. 7
Sergio Aguero
Barely had a touch in his first start for over a month, and he had to be sacrificed to allow for the substitute goalkeeper. No time to mark.
Raheem Sterling
Twice missed a penalty, but ended up with two more goals to take his season's tally to 20. 8
Subs
Claudio Bravo
(for Aguero 14) Stood up well. 7
Eric Garcia
(for Mahrez ht) Defended well. 7
Ilkay Gundogan
(for De Bruyne 67) did a job. 7
Not used: Cancelo, Zinchenko, Angelino, Foden
