Bristol Citys Marlon Pack tries a shot towards goal past Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne during the English League Cup semifinal first leg soccer match between Manchester City and Bristol City at the Etihad stadium in Manchester, England, Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2018. AP/ PTI

A goal in stoppage time by Sergio Aguero saved Manchester City's blushes as it was enough to secure a 2-1 win over second-tier Bristol City in their League Cup semi-final first leg clash on Tuesday. The Argentinian's 19th goal of the season and a fine effort by Belgian international Kevin De Bruyne cancelled out Bobby Reid's first-half penalty to give the hosts a club record-equalling 16th successive home win.