Manchester City delivered an emphatic performance at the Etihad Stadium, ruthlessly dismantling Sparta Prague with a comprehensive 5-0 victory during their latest Champions League match.
The star of the evening was none other than Erling Haaland, who once again wowed fans, teammates, and even his manager, Pep Guardiola, with a breathtaking goal that added to his growing list of memorable strikes.
The match began with a blistering pace, as City took the lead just three minutes into the game. Phil Foden fired the home team ahead after a beautifully executed passing move, which was orchestrated by the dynamic Manuel Akanji, setting the tone for the dominant display that followed.
From that moment on, Guardiola’s side maintained complete control of the game, pressing relentlessly and confining Sparta Prague to their own half for most of the contest. Despite Sparta’s best efforts to contain the English champions, City’s fluid attacking football proved too much to handle.
The second half saw Haaland produce a moment of magic in the 58th minute. With a stunning leap and incredible athleticism, Haaland volleyed home a cross from Savinho, leaving goalkeeper Peter Vindahl helpless and the entire stadium in awe. It was a goal that had even Guardiola shaking his head in amazement as he conferred with his coaching staff to comprehend how the Norwegian pulled off such a feat.
As the game progressed, City’s dominance continued. John Stones added a third goal just six minutes after Haaland’s strike, with a well-timed header that looped over Vindahl and into the back of the net. Haaland wasn’t done, though, as he netted his second goal of the night in the 68th minute, further cementing City’s control over the match.
With the game winding down, Matheus Nunes sealed the victory by calmly converting a penalty in the 88th minute, rounding off a perfect night for City.
The win not only solidified City’s position at the top of their Champions League group but also reinforced their reputation as one of the most feared teams in Europe this season.