Manchester City dedicate statue to Sergio Aguero

The Manchester City unveiled this Friday the statue dedicated to Sergio Aguerotop scorer in the history of the English club.

The inauguration also took place on the anniversary of City’s third league game, the first since the arrival of money from the United Arab Emirates in 2012, with the Argentine’s goal in stoppage time.

The statue, located on the east side of the Etihad Stadiumjoins that of other urban legends such as Vincent Company Yes David Silva and was made by the sculptor Andy Scott with thousands of galvanized steel welds.

“Aguero’s permanent statue celebrates his extraordinary contribution to the club’s success and in particular his pivotal role in what was arguably one of the greatest moments in the sport’s history, for which he will be forever remembered by Manchester City . fans from all over the world,” the club said in a statement.

Ten years ago, City were crowned champions of the Premier League after forty years of waiting in a crazy last minute. The city ​​zen they had to score two goals in added time against Queens Park RangersWhile the Man Utd, with his homework done, waited on the pitch for the match to end at the Etihad. However, a goal edin dzeko and another from Aguero, one of the most famous in the history of the competition, changed a title decided on goal difference.

“The truth is that it is something very beautiful for me, seeing myself 10 years ago is very exciting. In those 10 years I have been able to win many titles and help the club become one of the most important in the world. I am extremely grateful to the club for making this statue in recognition of my football career in Manchester, it is something very special,” explains Aguero.

The Argentine, already retired after a brief stint with Barcelona, ​​won 15 titles during his time at City, coming over from Atlético de Madrid in 2011. In his list of winners, the five Premiers he won with the Celestials stand out.