The Norwegian scoring machine breaks the deadlock with a quickfire double, showcasing his lethal instincts in a game where Everton’s defense held firm for nearly an hour.
Erling Haaland once again proved to be the difference-maker for Manchester City, scoring two goals in five minutes to break down a resilient Everton side and secure a 2-0 win at the Etihad Stadium.
In a match where Everton’s defense, anchored by a superb Jordan Pickford, frustrated the home side for long periods, it was the league’s most prolific striker who provided the decisive moment of quality. Haaland broke the deadlock just before the hour mark, rising to power a header past the England goalkeeper, before adding a second shortly after with a sharp, first-time finish.
The brace takes Haaland’s astonishing tally to 23 goals in just 13 appearances for club and country this season, underlining his status as one of the world’s most feared forwards. Despite being kept relatively quiet for the first half, the 25-year-old demonstrated that he only needs a fleeting chance to change the game.
For the first 58 minutes, Everton executed their game plan perfectly. Pickford made several key saves to deny City’s attackers, and the visitors even created a few nervy moments for the home defense, with Iliman Ndiaye forcing a good stop from Gianluigi Donnarumma.
The deadlock was finally broken when Phil Foden’s exquisite through ball found Nico O’Reilly, who delivered a perfect cross for Haaland to thunder home a header. Just five minutes later, the contest was effectively over as Haaland pounced on a Savinho lay-off to double the lead, his shot squeezing past a unsighted Pickford.
The victory was a testament to City’s patience and Haaland’s relentless efficiency, as the Norwegian superstar continues his march towards yet another personal milestone, now fast approaching 100 Premier League goals.
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