LONDON, ENGLAND – NOVEMBER 19: Yaya Toure of Manchester City (C) scores his sides first goal during the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Manchester City at Selhurst Park on November 19, 2016 in London, England. (Photo by Charlie Crowhurst/Getty Images)

Watch: Yaya Toure scores twice in his first Premier League start of the year

Posted by on Nov 19, 2016 11:59

Yaya Toure has not enjoyed his time at Manchester City this season as he’s had a bit of a falling out with manager Pep Guardiola. The Ivorian midfielder looked to have played his last game with City. However, to the surprise of many, Guardiola choose Toure to start against Crystal Palace today.

It turned out to be an inspired choice. City picked up a 2-1 win against Palace and their hero for the day was Toure. He opened the scoring in the first half with a thunderous shot into the roof of the net. Palace equalized in the second half and looked like they might grab a point. Guardiola was saved another disappointment though when Toure scored his second of the day with ten minutes to go.

It’s going to be interesting to see if Toure gets more game time as a result. It would be hard to justify not at least giving the 33-year-old a few more opportunities.

 

 

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