Match report
Manchester City Defeats Leyton Orient 2-1 in FA Cup Clash
Leyton Orient
1–2
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Manchester City
Feb 8, 2025
Manchester City narrowly defeated Leyton Orient by a score of 2-1 in an FA Cup match that showcased resilience from both sides. Stefan Ortega scored an own goal for Leyton Orient early on, but Manchester City managed to secure their lead with goals from A. Khusanov and Kevin De Bruyne.
Key Facts
- • Leyton Orient 1–2 Manchester City (FA Cup match)
- • Stefan Ortega scored an own goal for Leyton Orient at the 16th minute
- • A. Khusanov and Kevin De Bruyne scored goals for Manchester City
- • Brandon Cooper and Z. Obiero received yellow cards for Leyton Orient
Lineups
Leyton Orient
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 24 J. Keeley (G)
- 2 T. James (D)
- 4 J. Simpson (D)
- 5 D. Happe (D)
- 12 J. Currie (D)
- 22 E. Galbraith (M)
- 8 J. Brown (M)
- 20 S. Perkins (M)
- 17 J. Donley (M)
- 27 D. Jaiyesimi (M)
- 23 C. Kelman (F)
Substitutes
- 18 D. Pratley
- 6 B. Cooper
- 7 D. Agyei
- 15 D. Ball
- 29 Z. Obiero
- 26 N. Phillips
- 44 D. Markanday
- 3 J. Sweeney
- 36 D. Carter
Manchester City
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 18 S. Ortega (G)
- 82 R. Lewis (D)
- 22 Vitor Reis (D)
- 3 Rúben Dias (D)
- 75 N. O'Reilly (D)
- 14 Nico González (M)
- 19 İ. Gündoğan (M)
- 26 Savinho (M)
- 87 J. McAtee (M)
- 10 J. Grealish (M)
- 7 Omar Marmoush (F)
Substitutes
- 20 Bernardo Silva
- 45 A. Khusanov
- 5 J. Stones
- 17 K. De Bruyne
- 47 P. Foden
- 67 D. Mubama
- 27 Matheus Nunes
- 33 S. Carson
- 25 M. Akanji
Timeline
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16' Leyton Orient Goal · Own GoalStefan Ortega -
22' Manchester City subst · Substitution 1Off: Nico · On: Bernardo Silva -
42' Manchester City Card · Yellow CardJ. McAteeFoul
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46' Manchester City subst · Substitution 2Off: Vitor Reis · On: A. Khusanov -
46' Manchester City subst · Substitution 3Off: Rúben Dias · On: J. Stones -
54' Leyton Orient subst · Substitution 1Off: D. Jaiyesimi · On: D. Pratley -
56' Manchester City Goal · Normal GoalA. Khusanov · Assist: R. Lewis -
65' Leyton Orient subst · Substitution 2Off: S. Perkins · On: Brandon Cooper -
72' Manchester City subst · Substitution 4Off: N. O'Reilly · On: K. De Bruyne -
72' Manchester City subst · Substitution 5Off: J. McAtee · On: P. Foden -
77' Leyton Orient Card · Yellow CardBrandon CooperFoul
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79' Manchester City Goal · Normal GoalK. De Bruyne · Assist: J. Grealish -
85' Leyton Orient subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Donley · On: D. Agyei -
85' Leyton Orient subst · Substitution 4Off: Jordan Brown · On: Dominic Ball -
86' Leyton Orient subst · Substitution 5Off: Ethan Galbraith · On: Z. Obiero -
88' Leyton Orient Card · Yellow CardZ. ObieroFoul
Match Stats
| Stat | Leyton Orient | Manchester City |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 10 | 5 |
| Pass Accuracy | 66% | 89% |
| Offsides | 4 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 13 | 24 |
| Corners | 2 | 10 |
| Total Passes | 208 | 579 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 3 | 9 |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 10 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 7 | 5 |
| Possession | 27% | 73% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 137 | 515 |
| Shots Inside Box | 10 | 17 |
| Saves | 7 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 7 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The own goal by Stefan Ortega at the 16th minute gave early momentum to Manchester City, setting the stage for their eventual victory.
- ▸ A. Khusanov's goal in the 56th minute sealed the lead for Manchester City and shifted the game in their favor.