Manchester City defender Manu Akanji has lauded goalkeeper, Stefan Ortega for saving his blushes against Tottenham in Sunday’s Premier League game.

Recall that Akanji made a mistake that led to Son Heung-min being through on goal in the 86th minute, with the score 1-0 to City at the time.

Had Son scores, Spurs may have secured a draw and kept Arsenal top of the Premier League. Instead, backup keeper Stefan Ortega saved and ensured City went on to win 2-0.

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Reacting after the game, Akanji stated that he was grateful to Ortega for preventing Son from scoring.

“I was so nervous, and I was praying that the ball wouldn’t go in and right after the game I went to Stef and thanked him for the incredible save and for saving me,” Akanji said post-game.

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