Man City skipper Fernandinho hails Gabriel Jesus impact off bench

Football
2 Dec 2020 • 4:00 PM MYT
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Manchester City captain Fernandinho says Gabriel Jesus can be pleased with his performance in their 0-0 draw with Champions League opponents Porto.

The Brazilian praised the impact of compatriot Gabriel Jesus who was unlucky to see a late goal ruled out by VAR.

The striker came off the bench and added more threat to City's attack and but for an earlier offside in the move, almost claimed the winning goal.

“Always he is alert and he showed his quality but it was unlucky it was offside," he said.

“I'm glad for him because he changed the game with his pace and his desire."