De Bruyne's mixed emotions on his return to Etihad

Midfielder Kevin de Bruyne did not make a significant impression when he met his old team Man City again in the Champions League qualifying round in the early morning of September 19.

De Bruyne returns to the Etihad Stadium for the first time as a Napoli player, having left Man City on a free transfer last summer.

Man City fans welcomed and sang De Bruyne's name in the stands.

Before the match against Man City, De Bruyne shone with 2 goals in 3 matches for Napoli in Serie A. He is considered the leader of the club's midfield.

However, defender Giovanni Di Lorenzo's red card in the 21st minute forced coach Conte to take De Bruyne off and play a crowded defense.

The Belgian midfielder left the field in regret, giving way to Mathias Olivera. In less than half an hour of play, De Bruyne has not made a significant impression.

He received comfort from the coaching staff and teammates. De Bruyne also revealed his sadness at not being able to contribute to Napoli.

In the end, Napoli lost 0-2. After the match, De Bruyne went to greet his former teammates before leaving the field.

De Bruyne and Bernardo Silva have a close relationship. The two have played together for many years at the Etihad Stadium and have played well together.

Looking back at Man City's 3-0 thrashing of MU On the evening of September 14, MU lost 0-3 to Man City in round 14 of the Premier League.

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