Typically, the Argentine strike marked the occasion in fitting fashion, slotting home what his 35th goal for Pep Guardiola‘s side to round off a dominant win.
It was further evidence – if any were needed – of the magnificent impact made by La Arana since his arrival at the Etihad from River Plate in the summer of 2022.
The 24-year-old has proved a revelation in that time, playing a pivotal role in helping pilot City to the major Big Five trophy haul of Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, UEFA Super Cup and FIFA Club World Cup across 2023.
Our No.19 also added international success at the World Cup with Argentina during his first term in Manchester.
Those incredible achievements were chronicled in our recent City Studios documentary, Julian Alvarez: Standing Alone.
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This season he has been our most used player, making 51 appearances across all competitions as we chase yet more silverware.
Over both seasons he has hit the net 19 times in the Premier League, eight times in the Champions League, scored four goals in the FA Cup, two at the FIFA Club World Cup and one in each of the Community Shield and Carabao Cup.
To help celebrate his City centenary, enjoy some of Julian’s most memorable moments in Blue to date…
