Match statistics snapshot
- Manchester City fired more attempts (15 vs 6 shots).
- Manchester City was more accurate in front of goal (60% on target vs 50%).
- Manchester City held more of the ball (68% possession).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Watford | Statistic | Manchester City |
|---|---|---|
| 0Lead | Offsides | 2 |
| 5 | Shots inside the box | 11Lead |
| 2 | Shots off target | 5Lead |
| 3 |
| Shots on target |
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| 9Lead |
| 1 | Shots outside the box | 4Lead |
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| 6 | Total shots | 15Lead |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Watford | Statistic | Manchester City |
|---|---|---|
| 32% | Ball possession | 68%Lead |
| 75% | Pass accuracy | 90%Lead |
| 224 | Accurate passes | 556Lead |
| 297 | Total passes | 620Lead |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Watford | Statistic | Manchester City |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Corner kicks | 5Lead |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Watford | Statistic | Manchester City |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blocked shots | 1 |
| 3Lead | Goalkeeper saves | 2 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Watford | Statistic | Manchester City |
|---|---|---|
| 12 | Fouls | 10Lead |
| Red cards | ||
| 1 | Yellow cards | 0Lead |