Barnabás Varga starts for AEK Athens against Manchester City

Hungarian striker Barnabás Varga has been named in the starting lineup for AEK Athens in their UEFA Champions League group stage match against Manchester City. This appearance marks a significant return for Varga following a hamstring injury sustained in September that caused him to miss several international fixtures.

Manchester City took an early lead in the 12th minute through Elliot Anderson, following an Enzo Fernández free kick. Phil Foden extended the lead to 2-0 in the 34th minute. AEK Athens responded in the second half with a goal from Stavros Pilios in the 52nd minute, reducing the deficit to 2-1. However, Rayan Cherki restored City's two-goal advantage in the 57th minute, making the score 3-1.