Kevin De Bruyne (Part 3)

Kevin De Bruyne continued to showcase his exceptional talent and played a crucial role for Manchester City.On November 30, 2019, De Bruyne scored a remarkable half-volley goal in a 2–2 draw against Newcastle in the Premier League. This stunning strike was later voted as the Premier League Goal of the Month for November, highlighting his individual brilliance on the field.
Just a few weeks later, on December 15, 2019, De Bruyne displayed his scoring prowess by netting a brace in Manchester City's 3–0 Premier League victory over Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.


De Bruyne achieved a significant milestone on February 26, 2020, during City's Champions League Round of 16 clash against Real Madrid. He scored his 50th goal for Manchester City in all competitions, contributing to their impressive 2–1 comeback victory over the Spanish giants.In the final Premier League match of the season against Norwich City, De Bruyne delivered a standout performance. He scored two goals and provided his 20th league assist of the season, equaling Thierry Henry record for the most assists in a Premier League season. This remarkable feat earned him his second Playmaker of the Season award. Additionally, De Bruyne became the first player in history to achieve 20 assists in a single season in two of Europe's top five leagues.


De Bruyne exceptional contributions throughout the season did not go unnoticed. He was awarded the prestigious Premier League Player of the Season accolade after scoring 13 goals, providing 20 assists, and creating 104 chances from open play, the most by any player in any of Europe top five leagues since 2006. Furthermore, he was named in the PFA Team of the Year and received the PFA Player of the Year award, making him the first Manchester City player to win this honor. These accolades underscored De Bruyne outstanding performances and his impact on the success of Manchester City during the 2019-2020 campaign.


Throughout the 2020-2021 season, Kevin De Bruyne continued to excel for Manchester City, showcasing his remarkable skills and contributing to the teams success.
On September 21, 2020, De Bruyne made an immediate impact in Citys first game of the season against Wolverhampton Wanderers. He scored a goal and provided an assist in a crucial 3–1 away victory, demonstrating his ability to influence matches from midfield.
In a highly anticipated clash against Premier League champions Liverpool, De Bruyne played a pivotal role by assisting Gabriel Jesus equalizing goal. Although he missed a penalty in the match, his overall performance was influential as the game ended in a 1–1 draw.


De Bruyne committed his future to Manchester City by signing a new four-year contract. His negotiation process reportedly involved statistical data to support his case for a pay increase, reflecting his value to the team.
In the EFL Cup Final against Tottenham Hotspur on April 25, 2021, De Bruyne free-kick led to Aymeric Laporte's winning header, securing a 1–0 victory for Manchester City at Wembley Stadium.Continuing his impressive form, De Bruyne scored a crucial goal in the Champions League semi-finals against Paris Saint-Germain on April 28, 2021, helping City secure a 2–1 away win in the first leg.


However, the Champions League Final against Chelsea on May 29, 2021, ended in disappointment for De Bruyne and Manchester City. Despite his efforts, City lost 1–0, and De Bruyne suffered a head injury after colliding with Antonio Rüdiger. Medical scans revealed that De Bruyne had acute nose bone and left orbital fractures, casting doubt on his participation in the rescheduled UEFA Euro 2020 tournament.
Despite the setbacks, De Bruynes exceptional performances throughout the season earned him the prestigious PFA Player Player Of The Year award, recognizing his outstanding contributions to Manchester City's campaign. This accolade further solidified his status as one of the best players in the world.


Kevin De Bruyne continued to showcase his exceptional talent and played a crucial role in Manchester City's success.On April 26, 2022, De Bruyne made history by scoring the fastest goal in a Champions League semi-final after just 93 seconds in a thrilling 4-3 victory over Real Madrid in the first leg. His early goal set the tone for City's impressive performance in the match.
Just a few weeks later, on May 11, De Bruyne delivered a remarkable display of skill and goal-scoring prowess in City 5-1 win against Wolverhampton Wanderers. He scored four goals within 24 minutes, securing his first hat-trick for the club and achieving the third-quickest hat-trick in Premier League history. His outstanding performance earned praise from commentators and pundits, with many hailing it as one of the best displays in Premier League history.


De Bruyne's exceptional performances throughout the season did not go unnoticed, as he was once again named the Premier League Player of the Season, making him the fourth player to win the award more than once. He also received Manchester Citys Player of the Year award for the fourth time, tying Richard Dunne for the most player of the year awards at the club. Additionally, he finished the season as the club's top scorer in the Premier League with 15 goals, a personal best record for him.
Overall, De Bruyne's contributions played a significant role in Manchester City's achievements during the season, further establishing him as one of the best midfielders in the world.


Kevin De Bruyne has been a key player for the Belgium national team, contributing significantly to their performances in major tournaments.De Bruyne was named in Belgium's squad for the 2014 FIFA World Cup. In their opening match against Algeria, he provided an assist for Marouane Fellaini's equalizer and was named FIFA man of the match. He continued to impress in the tournament, scoring Belgium's opening goal in extra time in the round of 16 match against the United States. However, Belgium was eventually eliminated from the World Cup after losing to Argentina in the quarter-finals.


Throughout the UEFA Euro 2016 qualifying campaign, De Bruyne showcased his goal-scoring abilities. He scored twice in a 6–0 victory over Andorra, equaling the teams record victory in a European qualifier. He also found the net in wins against Bosnia and Herzegovina and Andorra again, helping Belgium secure their place at the UEFA Euro 2016 finals.
De Bruyne was selected for Belgium's final squad for UEFA Euro 2016, where he continued to shine. He received praise for his performance in Belgium 3–0 win over the Republic of Ireland and was named BBC Man of the Match in their 4–0 victory over Hungary in the round of 16, during which he provided two assists.


Overall, De Bruynes contributions to the Belgium national team have been significant, with his creative playmaking and goal-scoring prowess making him a crucial asset in major international tournaments.Kevin De Bruyne played a significant role for Belgium in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, contributing to their success throughout the tournament.
De Bruyne was included in Belgium's final 23-man squad for the World Cup. In the opening match against Panama, he provided an assist for Romelu Lukaku's goal in a 3–0 victory. His creative playmaking abilities were evident from the start of the tournament.
One of De Bruyne's standout moments came in the quarter-final match against Brazil. He scored the second goal of the match, helping Belgium secure a historic 2–1 victory over the five-time World Cup champions. For his exceptional performance, De Bruyne was named the man of the match.

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