Man City Thrash Liverpool to Extend Lead

Man City Thrash Liverpool to Extend LeadMan City Thrash Liverpool to Extend Lead Manchester City solidified their dominance at the top of the Premier League table with a resounding 4-0 victory over bitter rivals Liverpool at Etihad Stadium on Sunday. The reigning champions opened the scoring through Ilkay Gundogan in the first half, who tapped in from close range after a brilliant cross from Jack Grealish. Liverpool, who had been struggling for form in recent weeks, failed to create any meaningful chances in response. In the second half, City turned up the pressure and extended their advantage through Phil Foden in the 53rd minute. The England international pounced on a loose ball in the Liverpool defense and calmly slotted it past Alisson Becker. The goals kept coming for City as Erling Haaland added his name to the scoresheet in the 73rd minute. The Norwegian striker headed in a Kevin De Bruyne cross, making it his 21st league goal of the season. The rout was complete in the 82nd minute when Riyad Mahrez converted a penalty after Darwin Nunez fouled Kyle Walker inside the area. The victory extends City’s lead over Liverpool to 16 points, making it increasingly difficult for the Reds to catch up. It also marks City’s fifth consecutive Premier League win, a testament to the team’s impressive form and consistency. Liverpool, on the other hand, remain eighth in the standings, a significant drop from their lofty position at the start of the season. The loss will raise further questions about manager Jurgen Klopp’s future, who has come under fire for the team’s poor performances. City’s next match is a Champions League clash with RB Leipzig on Wednesday, while Liverpool host Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League on Saturday.