Manchester City’s dominance in the Premier League continued on Wednesday night with a resounding 3-0 victory over West Ham United, sending them back to the top of the table. The match was highlighted by a record-breaking performance from striker Erling Haaland, who scored his 35th goal of the season, setting a new Premier League record for the most goals in a single season.
Despite their domination in possession in the first half, City was frustrated by a resilient West Ham defense and was twice denied by the woodwork. However, it didn’t take long for them to break the deadlock as Nathan Ake headed in a free kick to give City the lead in the 50th minute.
Haaland then doubled City’s lead when he received a through ball from Jack Grealish and calmly chipped it over West Ham goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski. This goal marked his 35th of the season, surpassing the previous record of 34 goals held by Alan Shearer and Andy Cole. With five games still to play, Haaland has already set a new benchmark for the league’s top scorers.
The victory was sealed in the 85th minute when Phil Foden, who came on as a substitute, scored a stunning volley. The win means City now has 79 points from 33 games, with Arsenal just one point behind on 78, having played a game more.
Manchester City, who are chasing a fifth title in six seasons under the leadership of Pep Guardiola, will look to extend their lead at the top when they face Leeds United at home on Saturday. With such outstanding performances from their star players, City fans will be confident that their team is well on its way to another Premier League title.
The win also highlights the incredible form of Erling Haaland, who continues to make waves in the football world. The Norwegian striker has been linked with a move away from his current club, Borussia Dortmund, and it seems like his performances in the Premier League will only add fuel to the transfer rumors.
Overall, Manchester City’s latest victory shows that they are once again the team to beat in the Premier League. With five games remaining, the race for the title is heating up, but it seems like City’s dominance is set to continue.
