It was a night of ruthless precision at the Etihad Stadium as Manchester City dismantled Liverpool 3–0 in a breathtaking display that sent shockwaves through the Premier League.
Pep Guardiola’s men didn’t just win — they dictated every moment, celebrating the manager’s 1,000th game in charge with a statement performance that reaffirmed their champion pedigree.
From the first whistle, City played with purpose and venom. Phil Foden’s curling strike in the 14th minute set the tone, silencing the travelling Liverpool fans and announcing City’s intent. Kevin De Bruyne was at his orchestrating best, slicing through Liverpool’s press with clinical precision and dictating play like a maestro in total control.
Liverpool, who began with their trademark high tempo, were soon overwhelmed by City’s relentless pressing and fluid attacking patterns. Just before halftime, Erling Haaland powered home a thunderous header to make it 2–0, leaving goalkeeper Alisson with no chance.
The second half brought more of the same — dominance, movement, and control. Bernardo Silva capped off a scintillating team move with a delicate finish for City’s third, sealing a victory that showcased Guardiola’s tactical genius and his team’s unmatched cohesion.
As the final whistle blew, City stood tall, their message to title rivals unmistakable: the champions are not stepping aside anytime soon. Liverpool, bruised and
