'Best footballer in the world' – Rayan Ait-Nouri sends Man City fans into frenzy with moment of magic against Juventus in Club World Cup
16 December, 2025n8rngtd.top0 Comments1 category
Algerian left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri joined joined Manchester City from Wolves ahead of the Club World Cup. In just his second game under Pep Guardiola, the 24-year-old has sent fans into frenzy with a wonderful assist against Juventus in the Citizens' final group game of the tournament, which has fans calling him the 'best footballer in the world'.
Ait-Nouri provided a wonderful assist to Jeremy Doku for Manchester City's opener in the final Club World Cup Group G game. The Algerian left-back has also had a great showing through the first half of the clash and their previous match, which helped the eight-time Premier League champions secure qualification to the knockout stages. Fans are now in awe at the 24-year-old's capabilities and are excited about the prospect of his talents under Guardiola.
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WHAT THE FANS ARE SAYING
X user @MCIOusmane wrote: "Bro Ait-Nouri is the best footballer in the world what the HELL am I watching."
City fan @StevenMcinerney added: "Ait-Nouri really is the one."
@umirf1 wrote: "Ait-Nouri has been a revelation for us. Incredible footballer. That slide pass is proper David Silva stuff. Can get separation. Cross well. Great dribbling. He's just so good."
@propsMCFC also added: "Ait-Nouri is absolutely incredible man."
@radhoo12 concluded: "We absolutely robbed Wolves for Ait-Nouri. Unreal player."
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Manchester City struck a deal with Wolves earlier this month for Ait-Nouri for a £31 million transfer. His signing came under priority as the side had been struggling with options at left-back, with Josko Gvardiol having to be utilised as a makeshift.
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WHAT NEXT FOR AIT-NOURI?
The 24-year-old will likely be a starter for Manchester City in their upcoming Club World Cup Round of 16. However, who they will play against remains under question, with Group H still being wide open between Real Madrid, RB Salzburg and Al-Hilal.