Paul Pogba outshines Yaya Toure as Man City fail in Europe yet again

The most coveted midfielder in Europe shows why he is valued at £70m as Juventus inflict more Euro woe on City

Paul Pogba
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Manchester City were rumoured to be after Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba during the transfer window, but baulked at his £70m price tag. But the French midfielder proved just why he is valued so highly as he guided Juventus to a Champions League victory over the Citizens at the Etihad.

It was a familiar tale of woe for City, who have now won just five of their 13 home games in the Champions League since 2011. Having taken the lead through an own goal from Georgio Chiellini, they allowed first Mario Mandzukic and then Alvaro Morata to score, as the Italians recovered to win 2-1.

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