4) Kompany is still world class
Vincent Kompany, once regarded as one of the world’s top centre-backs, seemed to lose his way last season but last night showed signs of him back to his brilliant best.
The Belgium international needs a good season to silence his critics and a clean sheet and a commanding performance against West Brom will go some way in accomplishing that.
A late goal from the 29-year-old also added gloss to an already impressive display and Pellegrini will hope he can replicate last night’s showing throughout the season.