This archive report was first published on 20 July 2019.
On a sweltering Saturday in Shanghai, Wolves goalkeeper Rui Patricio saved three spot-kicks to lead his team to a 3-2 victory over Manchester City in the Asia Trophy final.
The game, played at a full Hongkou Stadium, ended 0-0 after 90 minutes, setting the stage for a thrilling penalty shootout.
Manchester City, dominated the game but struggled to find the back of the net, despite fielding a close to full-strength squad.
Pre-season games are often poor indicators of a team's performance in the upcoming season, but both sides will be relieved to have escaped the match without any serious injuries.
Manchester City's Raheem Sterling had a chance to put his team ahead with a penalty in the 20th minute, but he blasted it over the bar, giving Wolves a crucial lifeline.
Later, Sterling fluffed a golden chance from close range, allowing Patricio to make a crucial save.
Manchester City's Leroy Sane, who has been linked with a move to Bayern Munich, started for the team and won the Sterling penalty, but otherwise had a quiet game.
The City armband, which was up for grabs following the departure of Vincent Kompany, was worn by Kevin De Bruyne for the night.
Meanwhile, Newcastle United beat West Ham United 1-0 in the third-fourth playoff, giving Steve Bruce his first win as head coach.
The Premier League proper begins on August 9.
