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Statue, Pep's tears & a missed sitter - De Bruyne's emotional farewell

Statue, Pep's tears & a missed sitter - De Bruyne's emotional farewell

Summary

Kevin De Bruyne played his last home game for Manchester City at Etihad Stadium, receiving an emotional farewell. A statue will be erected in his honor as he ends his decade-long career with Manchester City, having earned 16 winners' medals. De Bruyne's farewell match ended in a 3-1 victory over Bournemouth, although he missed a key goal opportunity.

Key Facts

  • Kevin De Bruyne played his final league game for Manchester City at age 33.
  • A statue will be built in his honor outside Manchester City's stadium.
  • De Bruyne has spent ten years with Manchester City, earning 16 winners' medals.
  • In his final game, Manchester City won 3-1 against Bournemouth.
  • During the match, De Bruyne missed a chance to score a goal.
  • Manager Pep Guardiola expressed sadness about De Bruyne's departure.
  • A road at Manchester City's academy has been named after De Bruyne.
  • A large mural of De Bruyne has been painted in Manchester's Northern Quarter.

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