Last night's Premier League drama was really blood-pumping! Defending champions Manchester City hosted Everton to a 2-0 victory, extending their six-game winning streak in the Premier League and 10 in all competitions, and a one-point climb to the top of the table. For us regular fans, it's just amazing to see the team we support go on a winning streak!
Norwegian centre-forward Erling Haaland scored twice in the second half to end his four-game goal drought and once again prove his return as king. Even after two months of injury, Haaland still leads the Premier League scorer list, which is really no one's strength. Moreover, the four post-00s players of Haaland, Foden, Alvarez and Doku in this game attacked together, and their vitality and passion really brought a different atmosphere to the team.
In the starting lineup, De Bruyne was on the bench, and Mateus Nunes started the game, which shows that Guardiola also has his own considerations in this line-up. The first half was a 0-0 draw, with Everton defendingly good, but City's second-half adjustments were clearly superior. The introduction of Kevin De Bruyne and Walker increased City's attacking threat, and in the end, two goals from Erling Haaland sealed the win.
Haaland's second goal was nothing short of domineering, after carrying the defender into the penalty area, in the face of the attacking Pickford easily pushed and scored. This kind of strength and calmness is really admirable. Manchester City had 73 per cent possession and created 19 shots on goal, with only three on target but two goals and a decent attacking efficiency. Haaland scored two goals with two of his four shots on goal and one of his performances were undoubtedly the brightest of the game.
Speaking after the game, Haaland said it was a tough but exciting game and he was 100 per cent fit. This sentence is undoubtedly a huge positive news for Manchester City. Pep Guardiola said before the game that Manchester City 99It is not possible for 9% to defend the treble, but we, as fans, prefer to believe that the team is capable of overcoming all odds and achieving their ultimate goal.
This game was not only the return of Haaland's king, but also the display of Manchester City's style as a champion-winning team. Even in the face of difficulties and challenges, they were able to find a breakthrough and continue to win. As an ordinary fan, I am really excited and proud to see Manchester City like this. Hopefully Manchester City can continue this momentum, not only in the Premier League, but also in all the games to come. After all, this kind of Manchester City is the Manchester City we love and support!