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EPL Table: Man City Go Three Points Clear With 3-0 Thrashing Of Liverpool
Manchester City moved three points clear at the top of the Premier League table after securing a convincing 3-0 victory over Liverpool on Sunday evening. The result maintained City’s status as the only team with a perfect record in the league.
City travelled to Anfield determined to strengthen their position at the summit and put their off-field issues behind them by focusing on football.
The visitors faced a difficult first half against Liverpool, with neither side able to find the back of the net. However, the match changed significantly after Ryan Gravenberch received a second yellow card and was sent off.
City quickly capitalised on their numerical advantage, with Erling Haaland scoring the opening goal almost immediately after the dismissal to put the visitors in front.
Jeremy Doku then doubled City’s lead with a spectacular curling finish, giving Liverpool an even bigger challenge as they struggled to recover from going behind.
Rayan Cherki completed the scoring with a moment of individual brilliance, sealing a commanding 3-0 win for Pep Guardiola’s side and handing Liverpool their first Premier League defeat of the season.
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The victory took Manchester City to 18 points, three ahead of Arsenal in second place. City will now look to maintain their winning run as the battle for the Premier League title continues.