Erling Haaland’s early strike earned Pep Guardiola’s side a 1-0 win at Turf Moor, a result that was enough to seal Burnley’s fate.
Scott Parker’s side put up a spirited effort on the night, limiting City to few clear-cut chances and offering the odd threat on the break too.
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But the damage had been done long before last night, with the Clarets’ relegation an inevitability for some time now.
Here’s how Burnley’s players rated:
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1. Martin Dubravka - 7/10
Not at fault for City’s goal, but he could have made himself bigger. Produced a stunning early stop to deny Rayan Cherki though. Bit of late drama when he came up for the corner. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
2. Bashir Humphreys - 6/10
Outmuscled by Doku for City’s opener and gave the ball away a little too easily, but defended resolutely. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
3. Hjalmer Ekdal - 7/10
Given a tough assignment up against Haaland, who beat him for pace for the goal. But otherwise did pretty well and could have even grabbed a goal at the other end. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
4. Quilindschy Hartman - 7/10
Almost levelled shortly after City’s opener, only to be crowded out from six yards out. Gave his all, which is all the fans ask for. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard