Ruben Dias and Marc Guehi lead Manchester City defense in victory
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 5:30 AM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Manchester City secured a 2-0 win against FC Porto at the Estádio do Dragão on Tuesday night. Ruben Dias and Marc Guehi played central roles in the defensive display, helping the team keep a clean sheet by limiting their opponents to zero shots on target. Erling Haaland provided both goals for the English side, scoring in the 47th minute and again later in the match. City’s defensive organization was highlighted by frequent offside traps, which neutralized Porto’s offensive efforts throughout the night. Both Dias and Guehi have established themselves as the first-choice centre-back pairing for manager Enzo Maresca to start the 2026-27 season. The duo is expected to anchor the backline for Manchester City in the upcoming derby match against Manchester United on Sunday.
- •Manchester City defeated FC Porto 2-0 on Tuesday night
- •Erling Haaland scored both goals for Manchester City
- •Ruben Dias and Marc Guehi anchored the defense in Portugal
- •FC Porto failed to record a single shot on target
- •Manchester City faces Manchester United on Sunday
- 5:30 AMYahoo Sports — The form of two leaders for Manchester City has been impossible to ignore
"Ruben Dias and Marc Guehi were both named in the Manchester City captaincy group for the 2026-27 season. Both players are crucial to Enzo Maresca’s side with the leadership they provide and the role...
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