Monaco stun Man City with late drama as Haaland hits new Champions League record | OneFootball

Norwegian striker nets twice but City drop points after late Daier penalty at Stade Louis II

Monaco stun Man City with late drama as Haaland hits new Champions League record

Manchester City missed the chance to secure back to back wins in the Champions League after being held 2 - 2 by Monaco in fiery clash on Wednesday night.

Erling Haaland struck twice to continue his historic scoring run but Eric Dier’s late penalty denied Pep Guardiola’s side victory.

Haaland strikes early, Monaco hit back

City took the lead in the 15t minute when Haaland connected with Josko Gvardiol’s pass and lifted the ball over the goalkeeper with trademark composure.

Just 3 minute later, Jordan Teze levelled for Monaco with powerful long range effort that beat Gianluigi Donnarumma.

Relentless Haaland hits 52nd UCL goal

The Norwegian restored City’s advantage before half time heading home Nico O’Reilly’s cross for his 2nd of the night.

That goal marked his 52 in just 50 Champions league match .. a record that puts him within touching distance of Mohamed Salah (56) & Ruud van Nistelrooy (56) in the all time scorers' list.

Late VAR drama rescues Monaco

The closing stages were chaotic. A VAR review awarded Monaco penalty after Niko Gonzalez caught Eric Dier with high boot inside the box.

Dier converted calmly in the 90 minute to seal crucial point for the hosts. Tempers flared on the sidelines leading to staff dismissals and booking for Bernardo Silva.

Group standings after matchday two

The draw leaves City on 4 point after 2 game sitting 8th in the overall league phase table.

Monaco collect their 1st point and rise to 30th showing they won't be easy opponents despite their underdog tag.

Haaland’s unstoppable numbers