News India Live, Digital Desk: Etihad stadium: Kevin de Brune’s final domestic match for Manchester City has always been special, but Tuesday night was more emotional than expected. From the Out of occasions to the huge tribute, Etihad Stadium gave a memorable farewell to one of its greatest players.
Belgian midfielder played his last match in Etihad, in which City won 3–1 over Bornmouth. However, this performance of the playmker was not good at all, as they had lost a big opportunity in the first half and they were dropped from the ground after the red card of Mateo Kosik, but the love and gratitude shown by fans, teammates and his manager made them memorable this night.
A night full of tribute and feelings
D Brune screams were echoing everywhere around the stadium. Fans wore a shirt and scarf with his name, while the match day showed a fake image of him, in which he was wearing a suitable crown for a person considered to be the “king” of the city’s midfield.
Prior to the game, the club confirmed the plan to honor him with a statue outside the Etihad. He also named a road after him at the club’s academy and unveiled a mosaic. In the northern quarters of Manchester, a mural painting was created to celebrate his legacy – which perfectly reflects the artistry displayed by him on the pitch for almost a decade. The match itself did not end like a fairy tale. The moment everyone was waiting for, to see Dey Brune scoring a goal in front of the domestic audience for the last time, and the moment came when they were given an open goal at a distance of some yards, but in a rare accident they threw the ball on the bar, giving fans and players equally surprised. “This is terrible. No excuse,” de Brune accepted after the match, joking that his son would be strict on him for that lapse.
Guardiola tears say everything
When the final whistle rang, the real farewell began. A video of veterans like Aguero, Company and Zalata was shown on the screen of the stadium. De Brune came out with his family, he was given a guard of honor and he came on the center stage for a speech and gave a speech, which also wept on the Pep Guardiola.
Guardiola said, “This is a sad day.” “There is no doubt that their shortage will be missed.” The manager did not stop his praise and described De Brune as the second best passer trained by him, which is only behind Lionel Messi.
The fans raised the slogan “We want you to stay”, but it was clear that this chapter was ending. D Brune responded with decency and gratitude. “I wanted to play with passion and creativity. I hope you all enjoy it,” he told the crowd.
A heritage inscribed in the history of the city
D Brune figures explain why they are considered so much. Seeing the 33 -year -old star in midfield is a pure bliss for the eyes. Since his debut in 2015, he has participated in the 283 Premier League, scored 72 goals and scored 119 assist, which is just behind Ryan Gigs in the all-time list. With 843 opportunities, he is the most productive playmaker in the league.
His last league performance in Etihad was his 142nd match, which ranks second after David Silva in terms of domestic matches for the city in the Premier League. He is carrying 16 trophies and has made a place in the heart of every city fan.
When asked what the city matters to him, De Brune called it “home” and “family”, and said that his children are now “Manchester”.
Now who will fill this space?
D Brune is ready for his next step, a big challenge to take their place in front of the city. Floorian interests were reportedly a target, but rising costs have excluded them. Morgan Gibbs-White of Nottingham Forest is also said to be under consideration.
Internally, meditation is on Phil Foden and Jack Grellish. Both of them have a golden opportunity as Rodrie is also back after an eight -month injury. But it will not be easy to fill the place of de brue.
D Brune has left behind a legacy that will be difficult to match, but at the moment Manchester City and his supporters can simply say thanks to memories, magic and all of them.
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