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Pellegrini hails City character after dramatic win over Sevilla

Kevin De Bruyne struck a late winner against Sevilla and Manuel Pellegrini was thrilled with the character shown by Manchester City.

Manchester City showed great character in its dramatic 2-1 Champions League win over Sevilla on Wednesday, according to manager Manuel Pellegrini.

Yevhen Konoplyanka put the visitor ahead at the Etihad Stadium after half an hour, but an own goal from Adil Rami handed City an equalizer before halftime.

The game looked destined to finish as a draw until Kevin De Bruyne struck in stoppage time to seal three vital points for City in the club's quest to reach the Champions League last 16.