Three Man City players made the difference vs Borussia Dortmund after Pep Guardiola decision

Manchester City left it late against Borussia Dortmund, as Pep Guardiola's side fought back from 1-0 down to win 2-1.

The Blues won their second Champions League match this season thanks to second-half goals from John Stones and Erling Haaland. Their German opposition were stubborn, as they sat deep and didn't allow the Premier League champions a single shot on target in the first half.

Things went from bad to worse for Guardiola's side when Jude Bellingham headed home the opening goal of the night. Marco Reus' cross picked out the Englishman as he deftly flicked the ball past Ederson to make it 1-0.

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In the second half the momentum turned, and City's way back into the game came from an unlikely goalscorer. Stones let fly from the edge of the box as the ball sailed past Dortmund's goalkeeper, who should have done better, despite the swerve on the ball.

City's second came from a far more familiar face, as Haaland flew through the air to the back post to acrobatically turn home the Blues' second. Joao Cancelo picked out the 22-year-old with a sumptuous outside of the right foot cross, as City scored twice in the space of four minutes.

Here are a few key things we spotted during the game:

City miss Kyle Walker

Stones filled in admirably at right-back. He not only scored the vital goal to turn the game around, but also held his own in an unfamiliar position.

Despite being solid in defence, City desperately missed the attacking outlet that Walker gives Guardiola's side going forward. This was particularly evident in the first half, as Riyad Mahrez looked for support on the right wing.

Walker's eventual return will be a welcome relief for a team that looks to width as