De Bruyne seeks Champions League spot before Man City exit

Kevin De Bruyne delivered a standout performance in Manchester City's 5-2 comeback victory over Crystal Palace, marking his first home match since announcing his departure at the end of the season. After an early 2-0 deficit, De Bruyne's free-kick ignited the team's revival, leading to goals from Omar Marmoush and Mateo Kovacic, while youngsters James McAtee and Nico O'Reilly secured the win. De Bruyne expressed his desire to ensure a Champions League spot for the team, stating, 'I want to go away with a Champions League place for this team because they deserve it.' City’s victory placed them back in the top four, crucial for their Champions League qualification aspirations. Manager Pep Guardiola praised De Bruyne’s influence and leadership during the match. Despite injuries hampering his recent play, De Bruyne aims to continue his career at another club after leaving City, emphasizing his commitment to play good football.