New Man City men Abdukodir Khusanov and Omar Marmoush have made their debuts in a comeback win against Chelsea on Saturday night, with Pep Guardiola choosing to blood his new signings in a big match that pulled them back into the top-four. City fans in the Manchester Evening News comments section were watching them closely to see what they can offer to Pep's depleted team.

20-year-old defender Khusanov endured a torrid start the game and was at fault for Noni Madueke's opening goal, but recovered some confidence as the game continued with an important block. Guardiola was quick to point out how his teammates supported him: "The players were together. That was massively important. Any player can make a mistake. The fans always support the new players. He's so young. He will learn."

Marmoush, who was the German Bundesliga's second top scorer at the time of his transfer, had a lively debut and made some threatening moves, though the offside flag meant nothing came of them. Erling Haaland was full of praise for his new attacking partner: "He got straight in the team and it’s about getting to know him as quickly as possible because we have so many important games coming. It’s about giving him confidence. He’s going to be a fantastic player for us."

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City fans have leapt to defend their new signings against criticism. Reader Blue.bee.leaf says: “Anyone thinking we are not ever going to have scares is not paying attention, but this was one of the most controlled displays of the season. Sure, Khusanov made a costly error, which wasn't his only error, but he's 20-years-old. Omar was electric, and if we weren't so drilled for more patient build-up his movement could have brought more rewards.”

Commenter GaultAlan writes: “Khusanov error at the beginning, we all agree it was poor judgement to try and head it to Ederson, but Khusanov also had a more experienced defender near him that did nothing. He also put in some tackles which I personally loved, and some decent blocks with one in front of goal.”

Ata is happy to see the new faces: “When Pep chose two newcomers I got a good feeling. It lifted the team. Catastrophic start of course, but in the end it was a wonderful achievement. I believe in both newcomers, but I don't believe in Kovacic. He's doing too many mistakes.

"I'm a bit concerned about Marmoush's offsides. To avoid offside is an important aspect of the game, especially for offensive players. No one is as good as Haaland in that.”

De Bruyne Blue says: “Sloppy opening moments but City settled quite well. Khusanov had a torrid first few minutes. He looked a good yard off the speed of the game. He’ll adjust and learn, and he settled a bit and grew into the pace of the match. Marmoush looked every bit as advertised. A bit eager which led to some offsides but he’s everything City has needed up front. Haaland draws so much attention but we haven’t had someone able to take advantage of that. Marmoush looks to be a player who will be able to exploit that space. He and Haaland looked great together up top. Exciting pairing.”

Stand17 writes on Khusanov: “So this lad made a mistake which cost us a goal. So what? There is no one player in the current squad who hasn't made a mistake, got easily booked, cost us a goal, or under performed this season. I hope Pep plays the lad again soon. Lest it be forgotten he made several interventions and clearances to keep us in the game.”

Raytheblue says: “On his debut, he was proper thrown in at the deep end. Nunes was nowhere near to help him settle in. I don't understand why. Felt sorry for him. Hope the win helps settle his nerves.”

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