Erling Haaland delivered a masterclass in finishing as Manchester City demolished Wolves 5-1 at the Etihad Stadium, reigniting their Premier League title charge. The Norwegian striker netted four times, including a first-half penalty, to take his league tally to 25 goals this season.
Haaland's Goal-Scoring Masterclass
The 23-year-old opened the scoring from the spot after just 12 minutes when Rayan Ait-Nouri brought down Josko Gvardiol. Haaland doubled City's lead before halftime with a clinical header from Rodri's cross.
Wolves briefly threatened a comeback when Hwang Hee-chan converted a penalty early in the second half, but Haaland quickly restored City's two-goal advantage with another spot-kick after Nelson Semedo's foul.
Alvarez Adds the Fifth
Julian Alvarez completed the rout with City's fifth goal in the 85th minute, capping off a devastating attacking display from Pep Guardiola's side. The result keeps City just one point behind leaders Arsenal with a game in hand.
Title Race Heats Up
With this emphatic victory, Manchester City have now won their last six Premier League matches, putting intense pressure on Arsenal at the top of the table. Haaland's return to form comes at a crucial moment as City chase an unprecedented fourth consecutive English top-flight title.
Meanwhile, Wolves' European hopes suffered a setback as they remain eighth in the standings. Manager Gary O'Neil will be concerned by his side's defensive frailties against the champions.
