FC Porto failed to register any shot during the first half of the match against Manchester City, played at the Estádio do Dragão. This total absence of finishing opportunities left the Portuguese side in clear offensive disadvantage during the first 45 minutes.
In contrast, Manchester City created several dangerous situations, with a total of six shots, five of which were on target against the opposition goal. The English side finished the first half with an xG (expected goals) of 1.25, indicating they created enough opportunities to score at least one goal.
Goalkeeper Diogo Costa was fundamental in keeping FC Porto's goal inviolable, making crucial saves to deny City players a goal. On the other side, Erling Haaland, Manchester City's striker, tried several times to break the deadlock but failed to convert his opportunities.
The halftime score was 0-0, despite the clear superiority of City in terms of play creation and finishing. FC Porto's defensive efficiency, personified in Diogo Costa's saves, compensated for the lack of attacking production from the Portuguese side during the first half of the match.
