Manchester City produced a strong performance to beat Burnley 5-1 in their latest Premier League match. The win showed their attacking power and boosted their points in the league table.
The game started with quick action. Burnley’s Maxime Estève scored an early own goal to give Manchester City the lead. Burnley did not wait long to answer back. Jaidon Anthony equalized with a sharp finish, making it 1-1.
Despite the setback, City regained control. Matheus Nunes scored from close range after Haaland’s header created the chance. Before halftime, Estève scored another own goal, putting Manchester City 3-1 ahead.
In the second half, City continued to press forward. Erling Haaland, returning from injury, scored twice to extend the lead. His finishing was clinical, and the fans inside the stadium enjoyed his comeback. The two late goals sealed a convincing 5-1 victory.
Manchester City played without key midfielder Rodri, but they still managed to dominate. Their defense handled Burnley’s pressure well. In attack, they looked sharp, fast, and organized. The second-half performance showed their depth and strength as a squad.
With this result, City moved to 10 points from six matches. The win also reduced the gap with the league leaders, keeping their title hopes alive. Burnley, on the other hand, remain near the relegation zone with just four points.
Next, Manchester City will face AS Monaco in the Champions League. They will aim to continue their winning momentum in Europe. Burnley will meet Aston Villa in their next league fixture, hoping for a better result.
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