Premier League

Manchester City vs Liverpool 2-1: Premier League review

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Manchester City

Haaland 24'
De Bruyne 54'

2 – 1

Etihad Stadium, Manchester

Referee: Michael Oliver

Liverpool

Salah 67'

Match Events

KO 45' FT

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50'

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62'

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Match Statistics

Possession

Shots

Shots on target

Corners

Fouls

Yellow cards

Passes

524

398

Pass accuracy %

Match Report

Manchester City secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Liverpool in a thrilling encounter at the Etihad Stadium. The match lived up to its billing as both sides showcased attacking intent from the first whistle.

The home side took control early, with Erling Haaland opening the scoring in the 24th minute after a sublime pass from Kevin De Bruyne split the Liverpool defense. City continued to dominate possession, and their pressure paid off just after halftime when De Bruyne himself doubled the lead with a stunning strike from outside the box.

Liverpool fought back through Mohamed Salah, who reduced the deficit with a clinical finish in the 67th minute. The visitors pushed hard for an equalizer, creating several chances in the final stages, but City's defense held firm despite a late red card that saw them finish with 10 men.

The match was marked by intense physical battles in midfield, with the referee showing multiple yellow cards throughout. Despite Liverpool's late pressure and numerical advantage, Manchester City managed to see out the victory, moving them to the top of the Premier League table.