In the first match of the Premier League season, Manchester City delivered an impressive performance, defeating Wolverhampton 4-0. Forward Erling Haaland was a standout with two goals, scoring in the 15th minute of the second half and again in the 33rd minute of the first half, showcasing his remarkable striking abilities.
Joining Haaland on the score sheet were Tijjani Reijnders, who netted a spectacular goal in the 36th minute, and Rayan Cherki, who added the final touch with a goal in the 80th minute. Reijnders received accolades for his brilliant finish after getting a well-placed cross from Oscar Bobb and converting it into a goal.
Nicolás Gonzalez played exceptionally well, completing 70 successful passes and attempting three shots on goal throughout the match.
Wolverhampton’s manager, Vítor de Oliveira Lopes Pereira, opted for a 3-4-3 formation, featuring José Sá in goal, supported by defenders Matt Doherty, Emmanuel Agbadou, and Toti. The midfield included Ki-Jana Hoever, João Gomes, André Trindade, and David Wolfe, while Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, Jörgen Larsen, and Marshall Munetsi led the attack.
Manchester City, under the guidance of Josep Guardiola, lined up in a 4-3-3 formation with James Trafford in goal. The defense consisted of Rico Lewis, John Stones, Rúben Dias, and Rayan Ait Nouri, while midfielders Nicolás Gonzalez, Bernardo Silva, and Tijjani Reijnders controlled the center. The attacking trio was made up of Oscar Bobb, Erling Haaland, and Jeremy Doku.
Referee Jarred Gillett oversaw the match, maintaining control throughout.
Looking ahead, Wolverhampton will travel to Bournemouth in their next fixture, while Manchester City will host Tottenham at home.
This result leaves Wolverhampton at the bottom of the league table with zero points, whereas Manchester City secures their position near the top with three points.
Wolverhampton Substitutions
71’ 2T – David Wolfe off for Hugo Bueno
72’ 2T – André Trindade off for Fer López, Jean-Ricner Bellegarde off for Jhon Arias, Ki-Jana Hoever off for Rodrigo Gomes
81’ 2T – Jörgen Larsen off for Hwang Heechan, John Stones off for Abdukodir Khusanov
Yellow Card for Wolverhampton
21’ 2T – Matt Doherty (Unsporting behavior)
Manchester City Substitutions
65’ 2T – Rico Lewis off for Matheus Nunes, Jeremy Doku off for Omar Marmoush, Bernardo Silva off for Nico O’Reilly
73’ 2T – Erling Haaland off for Rayan Cherki
Yellow Cards for Manchester City
9’ 2T – Tijjani Reijnders (Unsporting behavior), 37’ 2T – Nico O’Reilly (Unsporting behavior)