Manchester City booked their place in the Carabao Cup final with a commanding victory over Newcastle United in the second leg of the semi-finals, and it was Tijjani Reijnders who emerged as the undeniable star of the night.
The Dutch midfielder delivered a sensational all-round performance, underlining why City invested heavily in him last summer. Reijnders was everywhere on the pitch—dictating play, driving forward with confidence, and dismantling Newcastle’s defensive structure with ease.
Reijnders capped off his dominant display with a crucial goal, setting the tone for City’s control of the match. Beyond the goal, his influence was reflected in the statistics that painted a picture of total midfield supremacy. He created the most chances in the game and completed the most dribbles, showcasing both vision and technical brilliance.
His passing accuracy was equally impressive, completing 27 of his 29 attempted passes, while maintaining a perfect record in attacking actions. Reijnders registered 100% successful dribbles and 100% accurate crosses, making him a constant threat in wide and central areas. Defensively, he was just as reliable, winning both of his ground duels and helping City regain control whenever Newcastle attempted to push forward.