EPL: Haaland Double Seals Dominant Manchester City Victory Over West Ham

Erling Haaland scores twice as Manchester City crush West Ham 4-1.
Savinho’s key assist and Foden’s second league goal help City secure dominant win.
West Ham’s struggles continue, with pressure mounting on manager Julen Lopetegui.

Erling Haaland scored twice in the Premier League for the first time in over three months as Manchester City dominated West Ham, matching their largest win of the season.

Haaland’s performance was marked by a header late in the first half, followed by a composed finish over West Ham keeper Alphonse Areola after a perfectly timed through ball from Savinho.

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Savinho, who was arguably City’s standout player, played a key role in the opening goal, delivering a cross from the left wing in the 10th minute. The ball deflected off Vladimir Coufal and caught Areola off guard, handing City the lead.

Phil Foden added a fourth goal, tapping in his second league goal of the season after a selfless assist from Kevin de Bruyne, who chose to pass rather than score on his 400th appearance for City.

West Ham managed a consolation goal when Niclas Fullkrug latched onto Tomas Soucek’s cross in the 71st minute. However, Crysencio Summerville squandered the Hammers’ best opportunity shortly after, misfiring with the goal gaping.

This victory marked City’s first back-to-back wins since October, offering a glimmer of hope for manager Pep Guardiola. After a challenging period that saw the club’s Treble-winning boss openly question his own future, this win may signal a turning point.