Manchester City vs Wolves Report
Scorers: Haaland 12’ (P), 35’, 45+3’ (P), 54’, Alvarez 85’; Hwang 53’
Manchester City showcased their title credentials with a dominant 5-1 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Etihad Stadium, powered by a sensational four-goal performance from Erling Haaland.
Haaland’s Goal Fest
Erling Haaland was the star of the show, opening the scoring with a penalty in the 12th minute after Rayan Aït-Nouri fouled Joško Gvardiol. His presence in the air proved too much for Wolves as he soon doubled the lead with a powerful header from Rodri’s cross.
Before the half was out, Haaland completed his hat-trick with another penalty, marking his 21st career hat-trick.
Wolves’ Brief Respite
Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, coming on at halftime for Wolves, managed to make an immediate impact, assisting Hwang Hee-chan for a goal that briefly threatened to spark a comeback.
However, any momentum was short-lived as Haaland continued his onslaught, securing his fourth goal of the night and his 25th in the Premier League this season.
City’s Record-Breaking Performance
Manchester City’s performance not only highlighted their attacking prowess but also solidified their position in the title race, moving them within one point of leaders Arsenal with a game in hand.
The win extended City’s unbeaten home record to 43 games across all competitions, setting a new club record.
Wolves’ Struggles Continue
For Wolves, the defeat extended their challenging season, with the team’s winless streak on the road now stretched to five games. Despite moments of resistance, Wolves were largely outplayed and will need to regroup quickly as they continue to fight for Premier League survival.
Erling Haaland’s remarkable form this season continues to be a key factor in Manchester City’s pursuit of a fourth consecutive Premier League title. As City edge closer to the top of the table, their next fixtures become ever more crucial in the tightly contested title race.
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