Manchester City News
By Srinivas Sadhanand
Published on 2024-08-20 11:00:00
Manchester City started the 2024/2025 Premier League season with a 2-0 win against Chelsea, sending a message to the league that they are ready to compete once again. Despite not playing their best football, City managed to secure the victory with goals from Erling Haaland and Mateo Kovacic. The team showcased their class by defeating Chelsea even without key players like Phil Foden and Rodri in the starting lineup. Criticism of City and their star players, including Haaland, often leads to silverware at the end of the season, as they strive to uphold their high standards.
Jermain Defoe praised Haaland for his remarkable goal-scoring record, questioning the criticism the striker faced last season despite his outstanding performances. Haaland silenced his doubters with another decisive display against Chelsea, highlighting his unique talent as an elite goal scorer. Despite criticism for his style of play, Haaland continues to excel for Manchester City, setting new standards for goal scoring in the Premier League. His contributions, both in scoring goals and pressing opponents, have solidified his status as a crucial player for City as they aim for success in the upcoming season.
Read Full article on Manchester City News
