Erling Haaland (right) bagged the third goal against FC CopenhagenErling Haaland (right) bagged the third goal against FC Copenhagen
Erling Haaland (right) bagged the third goal against FC Copenhagen

Man City v Copenhagen player ratings: One standout performer as Pep Guardiola's side advance - gallery

A look at how we rated the Manchester City players following the win over Copenhagen

Well that was straightforward, wasn't it?

Manchester City coasted into the quarter-finals by brushing aside Copenhagen 3-1 at the Etihad. Manuel Akanji and Julian Alvarez gave Pep Guardiola's side a two-goal advantage after just nine minutes - putting the tie out of sight.

Mohamed Elyounoussi caused a slight scare half an hour in but any fears about a comeback were quashed in first-half stoppage time as Erling Haaland bagged his customary goal. The second half was played at a snail's pace as City booked their spot in the last eight.

Guardiola and Co cemented their status as the team to beat, with their sights set on becoming the first English club to retain the Champions League since its 1992 rebrand. Given the opposition and situation, ManchesterWorld found it hard to go overboard on the player ratings but, nonetheless, here are your scores following tonight's win.

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