Aboutrika criticizes Man City's use of Bouaddi after Brighton defeat

Mohamed Aboutrika criticized Manchester City coach Enzo Maresca for his deployment of midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi during the team's 1-0 home defeat to Brighton in the Premier League on November 2. Aboutrika argued that playing Bouaddi higher up the pitch stifles the player's ability to excel in his natural holding role, which could hinder his contributions to the team. Bouaddi, a highly regarded 19-year-old Moroccan international, was substituted after 55 minutes and has struggled to find form since joining City last summer. City's next match is against RB Leipzig in the Champions League, where they currently sit 10th in the standings with six points from three matches.

• 8:32 AMYahoo Sports — 'Like playing Messi in goal' - Egyptian legend Mohamed Aboutrika criticises Man City boss Enzo Maresca's use of Ayyoub Bouaddi following Brighton defeat