UEFA Champions League 2016-17: Celtic 3-3 Manchester City - 5 Talking Points

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 28:  Scott Sinclair of Celtic battles for the ball with Raheem Sterling and Pablo Zabaleta of Manchester City during the UEFA Champions League group C match between Celtic FC and Manchester City FC at Celtic Park on September 28, 2016 in Glasgow, Scotland.  (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images)
A Champions League thriller to remember

Raheem Sterling is the most improved Manchester City player

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND - SEPTEMBER 28:  Raheem Sterling of Manchester City scores his team's second goal during the UEFA Champions League group C match between Celtic FC and Manchester City FC at Celtic Park on September 28, 2016 in Glasgow, Scotland.  (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)
Sterling scored in both ends of the pitch

Raheem Sterling had come under immense criticism from a number of pundits for failing to justify his hefty price tag prior to this season.

The appointment of Pep Guardiola has had a positive effect on the youngster and he is finally living up to his billing under the Spanish manager, creating and scoring goals, as well as linking up well with his teammates in the attacking third.

However, the biggest improvement that is seen in his game is his decision making. There was a time at Liverpool when Sterling was able to get into right positions only to waste chances. That is not the case any longer as he is calmer in possession, almost unselfish at times, thus adding to the attacking threat of his side with his displays.

The goal he scored on the right end of the pitch showcased an improved decision-making ability in a critical position, as he kept his calm and slotted the ball past Craig Gordon to equalise for his club.

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