How Albion's players rated against Manchester City...
Maty Ryan 6
Surprisingly little chance to shine with saves but was cool and precise with the ball at his feet which is crucial to this style of play.
Adam Webster 6
The toughest Premier debut imaginable and found Aguero too hot to hold. Comfortable on the ball, as he showed when fouled by Laporte as he strode forward purposefully.
Lots of responsibility on the ball and usually (not quite always) passed the test. Some good defending but ultimately City were too good.
Dan Burn 6
That sure touch brought applause from City fans when he took a ball out of the sky. Some good defending and just a few forward forays.
Bernardo 6
A different interpretation down the left of defence. Had his work cut out at times but was able to get forward on occasion.
Martin Montoya 6
Some good work going forward, notably winning the ball for Trossard’s best chance, but a stray pass led to the final goal.
Showed he meant business with a crunching tackle on Walker. Some good work on the ball and was very alert closing down.
Was out-smarted by David Silva as Albion got off to their awful start but came more into the game as the first half wore on.
Employed further forward on the right-hand side but did not cause City much discomfort.
Leandro Trossard 7
Showed his tight skills and elusive running to cause a few problems but will also be remembered for two good chances which got away.
Neal Maupay 6
Not much change out of the City defence but good work to set up Albion’s best opening for Belgium Trossard.
SUBS
Aaron Connolly: Sent on for his Premier League to get in behind City.
Glenn Murray: Introduced with Connolly in a bold double switch.
Pascal Gross: Didn’t really get up to speed after being sent on.
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