But soon, Maicon also completed a spectacular sprint down the flank, and with Ribery's assistance, successfully delivered a cross.
Villa moved dynamically, flicking the ball on with a header at the near post.
The football struck Ferdinand and deflected into the net.
Since the ball was already within the goal range, it was not considered an own goal but credited to Villa as a score.
The Four Greats of Spain began to show their edge!
By halftime, the teams were tied at one apiece.
The second half.
Both sides focused on attacking through the flanks, taking turns charging at each other.
After sixty-five minutes, both teams simultaneously made substitutions for tactical adjustments.
Manchester City substituted Torres for the exhausted Baggio.
A few minutes later, Deng Kai delivered a superb through ball from midfield.
Adriano was offside, but he did not participate in the score.
The real threat was Torres on the left flank.
