Combined Best XI UCL: Manchester City vs. AS Monaco

By Larry Henry | Feb 20, 2017

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 20: A general view as Manchester City players train during a Manchester City training session and press conference ahead of their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 match against Monaco at Etihad Campus on February 20, 2017 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Jan Kruger/Getty Images) /

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LONDON, ENGLAND – JANUARY 28: Aleksandar Kolarov of Manchester City in action during the The Emirates FA Cup Fourth Round match between Crystal Palace and Manchester City at Selhurst Park on January 28, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images) /

Left Back – Aleksandar Kolarov

So far this Champions League, Kolarov is tied with John Stones for the most appearances in the City defense so far. Even at 31, his value to the team for now is very important and he has been able to become more flexible in Pep’s plans. Out wide at LB is his best position, and I see him starting here over any of Monaco’s options. His dangerous left foot is an added bonus, plus he is a smart and experienced defender. Right now, he also gets the nod of Gael Clichy who has been in and out of the team.

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