Rulli’s heroics earn Manchester City shootout success against Brighton

Manchester City defeated Brighton 4-3 in a penalty shootout, with goalkeeper Gerónimo Rulli proving the hero by saving spot-kicks from Yasin Ayari (fourth penalty) and Lewis Dunk (fifth penalty). The match had been transformed by Jérémy Doku's second-half substitute appearance, which injected momentum into Manchester City's performance. The victory was secured under manager Enzo Maresca.