Manchester City secured a dominant 3-0 victory over Liverpool in a crucial Premier League clash on Sunday. Goals from Erling Haaland, Nico Gonzalez, and Jeremy Doku helped City climb to second place in the table.
The match marked Pep Guardiola’s 1,000th game as a manager, and he celebrated the milestone with a statement win. City now sit on 22 points after 11 matches, just four behind leaders Arsenal. Meanwhile, holders Liverpool dropped to eighth with 18 points, raising concerns about their title defense.
City started sharply, putting pressure on Liverpool’s defense from the first whistle. Haaland opened the scoring in the 29th minute, rising above Ibrahima Konate to head in Matheus Nunes’ cross. The goal, Haaland’s 99th league goal for City, came after the Norwegian missed an earlier penalty, and he celebrated by kicking the corner flag.
Seconds before halftime, Nico Gonzalez doubled the lead for City with a long-range strike that deflected off Virgil van Dijk, leaving Liverpool’s goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili helpless. The goal further unsettled the visitors as they went into the break trailing by two.
In the 63rd minute, Jeremy Doku sealed the win with a powerful shot from outside the box into the far corner, making it impossible for Liverpool to stage a comeback. The comprehensive victory showcased City’s attacking prowess and highlighted defensive vulnerabilities in Jurgen Klopp’s side.
The result is a significant boost for Manchester City’s title ambitions, while Liverpool must regroup quickly to stay in contention for the top four. Analysts noted that City’s performance was clinical, with precise passing and relentless pressure exposing gaps in Liverpool’s defense throughout the match.
Fans and pundits alike praised Haaland’s finishing and City’s overall team performance, calling the win a statement in the Premier League title race.
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