Published 17:26 IST, December 12th 2019

Manchester City star Gabriel Jesus becomes the youngest Brazilian to score 10 goals in CL

Gabriel Jesus has netted 18 goals for Brazil, 28 goals for Palmeiras and 55 goals for Manchester City. Read more for detailed information about the news

Reported by: Abhishek Shetty
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Champions League 2019-20 group st matches have concluded as Round of 16 contenders are decided after Wednesday night games. Manchester City clinched top spot in Group C with an unbeaten record in competition so far. defending Premier League champions came from a goal down to clinch a 1-4 away win against Dinamo Zagreb. Gabriel Jesus was key man for City on Wednesday night as he scored thrice to inspire dominating win. Phil Foden also appeared on score sheet before full-time.

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Gabriel Jesus was star for Manchester City in Champions League

It was a special night for Gabriel Jesus as he reached a couple of milestones with his heroics for Manchester City. Brazilian completed 100-goal mark with his second goal of match. Jesus has a total of 101 goals to his name with completion of his hat-trick against Dinamo Zagreb. striker has netted 18 goals for Brazil, 28 goals for Palmeiras and 55 goals for Manchester City. Jesus' night got even more special when he became youngest Brazilian to score 10 goals in Champions League. record was previously held by Neymar Jr, who accomplished record at 23 years and 75 days, whereas, Jesus reached milestone at 22 years and 252 days. 

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Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola h some high praise for Gabriel Jesus. Guardiola in a post-match interview said that Manchester City are delighted with Gabi (Gabriel Jesus). Guardiola expects that Jesus' recent form will hopefully lift his mood and make him more positive. Pep thinks that 22-year-old is a fighter and that he also contributes while defending but a striker needs goals which are important for him and for team. Manchester City will next face Arsenal in Premier League on Sunday. 

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12:20 IST, December 12th 2019