Manchester City 0-0 Huddersfield: 5 Talking Points

#3 Jonathan Hogg packs a punch

Hogg put in a match of the match display

I would reiterate this again - Huddersfield produced a defending masterclass. And one of the primary reason behind such resolute defence is Jonathan Hogg.

Operating from the base of the three-man midfield, Hogg acted as an extra sheet of cover to the backline. He chased down players, he blocked shots, he intercepted balls; actively getting involved in the defensive aspect of their game. In fact, his 17 defensive actions (4 tackles, 9 interceptions and 4 clearances) isn't bettered by any player on the field.

For City to score, they had to go through the England international, which they clearly couldn't. Hogg strained every sinew in keeping the mighty hosts from scoring, and he more than just succeeded.

The only patch on an otherwise pristine evening was the man of the match award landing on Aaron Mooy's hands than his.