Sporting CP capped off coach Ruben Amorim’s final home game with a stunning 4-1 victory over Manchester City on Tuesday, maintaining their perfect start to the Champions League group phase.

The match, held at the Estádio José Alvalade, saw the Portuguese side come from behind to secure a dominant win. City took an early lead through Phil Foden’s goal in the 4th minute, but Sporting quickly responded. Viktor Gyökeres, the standout player of the night, equalized just before halftime with a precise finish from inside the box.

The second half began with Sporting catching City off guard. Maximiliano Araujo scored in the 46th minute, capitalizing on a well-executed counter-attack. Gyökeres extended the lead minutes later, converting a penalty after a foul in the box, making it 3-1.

City had a chance to claw their way back into the game when Erling Haaland was awarded a penalty in the 69th minute, but his shot hit the crossbar, dashing their hopes. Gyökeres sealed the victory for Sporting in the 80th minute, converting another penalty to complete his hat-trick and send the home fans into celebration.

Amorim, who is set to take over as Manchester United’s manager on November 11, leaves Sporting in an excellent position in the Champions League with 10 points from four games. This victory sees them top their group, while City, who suffered their first defeat, remain on 7 points.

The result marks a historic farewell for Amorim, who has overseen a successful tenure at Sporting. The team will now look to build on this performance as they continue their European campaign under new leadership.