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"18-year-old Rico Lewis shines in Manchester City's friendly against Bayern"

Dayot Upamecano must have been overjoyed when he saw that Erling Haaland was not on the Manchester City teamsheet. The Bayern defender had a difficult time defending against Haaland in their previous encounters, being caught out of position and outperformed by the Norwegian striker. Those matches were certainly not ones that Upamecano would want to relive.

However, what Upamecano probably did not anticipate was being outpaced and outplayed by an 18-year-old dynamo who helped Manchester City find alternative ways to score. Rico Lewis proved to be a force to be reckoned with in the friendly match against Bayern, showcasing his potential and catching the eye of Pep Guardiola.

Lewis surprised many by earning a place in the first team after the World Cup, and his impact has only continued to grow. Guardiola even played him as a No.8, ahead of the defensive midfielder, and Lewis excelled in that role against Bayern.

In the match, Lewis made impressive runs into the box, creating opportunities for his teammates. He brushed off Upamecano to assist Julian Alvarez's shot, which was ultimately deflected in by James McAtee. Lewis also showcased his defensive abilities, blocking a Kingsley Coman effort and pressing Upamecano, nearly leading to a second goal for City.

This performance solidifies Lewis's place in the first-team plans for the upcoming season. His versatility allows him to slot into multiple positions, making him an invaluable asset for City. While the club has sold many talented homegrown players for significant sums of money, Lewis appears to be priceless for them.

Overall, Lewis's performance against Bayern demonstrates his quality and character, even in a friendly match. It shows that he has the potential to become a key player for City, and his importance to the team will only continue to grow.

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