City 2-1 Newcastle: Haaland scores again as champions maintain 100% record
FINAL: Manchester City 2, Newcastle United 1. Haaland 31', Bernardo Silva 68'; Isak 52'. City remain flawless on 18 points.
City 2-1 Newcastle
Why this one matters: Premier League Matchweek 6 concluded Saturday night with Manchester City extending their unblemished run to six victories from six matches.
At the Etihad Stadium, Erling Haaland broke the deadlock in the 31st minute, latching onto a Kevin De Bruyne through ball to score his ninth league goal of the campaign. Alexander Isak equalized for Newcastle early in the second half with a composed low finish, testing Pep Guardiola's defense.
City responded with characteristic authority. In the 68th minute, Bernardo Silva curled an exquisite 20-yard effort into the top corner, securing all three points. City stand alone at the summit with 18 points, three clear of second-placed Arsenal.
The stakes
City move to 18 points from six matches, three points clear of Arsenal at the summit.
The rivalry angle
Guardiola's relentless machine overcomes Newcastle's spirited second-half push.
Players who could decide it
Clinical striker leading the Golden Boot race after scoring City's fifth against Sunderland.
Talismanic forward looking to break down City's backline on the break.
Did you know?
- !Erling Haaland has scored in all five Premier League matches to begin the 2026 campaign.
- !Manchester City are the only remaining team with a 100% winning record after five matchweeks.
- !Newcastle manager Matthias Jaissle faces City for the first time in league competition.
Head to head
Manchester City have won their last six home encounters against Newcastle in all competitions.
Sources
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