Manchester City failed to fire but still secured top spot in Champions League Group C after a goalless draw away to Porto on Tuesday (Dec 1). Gabriel Jesus had a goal disallowed by VAR and Raheem Sterling had a shot cleared off the line but, with a place in the last 16 already assured, Man City lacked their usual intensity at the Estadio do Dragao.
Manchester City will finish top of Group C, but were held to their first-ever goalless draw in the Champions League group stages by Porto, who have also qualified for the last 16.
Having made seven changes from the 5-0 thrashing of Burnley on Saturday, it took a while for Man City to find their feet at the Estadio do Dragao, not having their first shot until the 37th minute when Raheem Sterling had a shot cleared off the line by Zaidu Sanusi.
They had more clear-cut chances after half-time and thought they had secured three points when Gabriel Jesus (80) poked home from yet another Agustin Marchesin save late on, but VAR ruled the goal out for a Rodri offside in the build-up.
It is the second time Man City have failed to score this season – having also been held by Tottenham just over a week ago – but they did keep a fourth successive Champions League clean sheet and maintain their unbeaten European run.
A point suited both teams on the night too with Pep Guardiola's side securing top spot in Group C ahead of the final games next Wednesday, while Porto have also guaranteed their place in the knockout round.
