Player ratings as Manchester City secure Super Cup with penalty shootout victory over Sevilla

Manchester City secured their first ever UEFA Super Cup with a penalty shootout victory against Sevilla on Wednesday night. The match ended in a 1-1 draw after 90 minutes.

Sevilla took the lead in the first half through Youssef En-Nesyri, but Cole Palmer equalized for Manchester City just over an hour into the game. With no extra time, the match went to penalties.

The shootout was flawless until Nemanja Gudelj hit the bar with the tenth penalty, giving Manchester City the advantage. They went on to win the shootout and claim the Super Cup.

The match, which took place in Piraeus, Greece, was played in sweltering conditions. Both teams struggled to find any rhythm and seemed content to pass the ball around without taking risks.

Manchester City's Palmer had a couple of chances early on, while Sevilla's goalkeeper Yassine Bounou made a save to keep out a shot from Jack Grealish. Sevilla had the better start to the game, but it wasn't until after the drinks break in the first half that they scored.

En-Nesyri headed in an inch-perfect cross from Marcos Acuna to give Sevilla the lead. He had another chance to score early in the second half but failed to capitalize. Manchester City had a sloppy period, and Sevilla's Jordan had a free-kick saved by Ederson.

Manchester City equalized after an hour of play when Palmer connected with Rodri's cross. Palmer's goal gave him confidence, and he had another shot saved by Bounou. Manchester City continued to put pressure on Sevilla's defense, but they couldn't find a winning goal.

In the shootout, Manchester City's Erling Haaland, Julian Alvarez, Mateo Kovacic, Jack Grealish, and Kyle Walker all scored their penalties. Sevilla's Lucas Ocampos, Miguel Mir, Ivan Rakitic, and Gonzalo Montiel also scored, but Gudelj missed his penalty, allowing Manchester City to claim victory.

Overall, it was a hard-fought match with both teams struggling to find their best form. Manchester City's goalkeeper, Ederson, was essential in keeping them in the game, while Sevilla's En-Nesyri was a constant threat up front.

Manchester City's performance was not at their usual high standards, but they were able to come away with a win and lift their first UEFA Super Cup.

Goalkeepers:

• Ederson - 7/10

Defenders:

• Kyle Walker - 6/10
• Manuel Akanji - 6/10
• Nathan Ake - 6/10
• Josko Gvardiol - 5/10

Midfielders:

• Rodri - 7/10
• Mateo Kovacic - 6/10
• Cole Palmer - 7/10
• Phil Foden - 5/10
• Jack Grealish - 7/10

Striker:

• Erling Haaland - 5/10

Substitute:

• Julian Alvarez - 6/10

Manager - Pep Guardiola - 6/10

Sevilla:

• Goalkeeper - Bounou (7)

Defenders:

• Navas (7)
• Bade (7)
• Gudelj (6)
• Acuna (7)

Midfielders:

• Jordan (6)
• Rakitic (6)

Attackers:

• Ocampos (7)
• Torres (6)
• Lamela (7)
• En-Nesyri (7)

Substitutes:

• Juanlu (6)
• Montiel (6)
• Suso (n/a)
• Mir (n/a)