EPL 2016/17: Southampton 0-3 Manchester City, 5 talking points

Modified Apr 16, 2017 05:46 GMT

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Sergio Aguero of Manchester City celebrates scoring his sides third goal with his Manchester City team mates during the Premier League match between Southampton and Manchester City at St Mary's Stadium on April 15, 2017 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images) — Sergio Aguero scored the third goal of the match against the Saints

#3 Vincent Kompany shows his worth

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND - APRIL 15: Vincent Kompany of Manchester City celebrates scoring his sides first goal during the Premier League match between Southampton and Manchester City at St Mary's Stadium on April 15, 2017 in Southampton, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images) — Vincent Kompany scored the opener for his side

Manchester City have always looked a formidable side when their captain Vincent Kompany plays in the heart of the defence. After being out injured for the majority of the season, Kompany started against Southampton and delivered a man of the match performance. He cleared every ball whenever dangerous arose while also making one block and one crucial interception.

He also covered well for Nicolas Otamendi who looks every bit of the part playing alongside one of the best defenders in the Premier League.

It was not just his defending which earned him the plaudits, though, as he also got on the scoresheet to score City's opener. From a David Silva corner, Vincent Kompany bullied his marker Maya Yoshida and scored a thumping header to give Manchester City a much-deserved lead.

If the Belgian stays fit for the majority of the next season, Manchester City can target big things under him and Pep Guardiola.

Edited by Staff Editor