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Haaland and Foden Shine as City Triumph 3-1 Over Chelsea

Explore the highlights of Manchester City’s 3-1 win against Chelsea, featuring standout performances from Haaland and Foden that captivated fans and analysts alike.

Introduction:

Brilliant from Erling Haaland and Phil Foden in the second half inspired Manchester City to a vital 3-1 win over Chelsea at the Etihad Stadium. The win puts City into the top four of the Premier League, leapfrogging Chelsea and Newcastle United on goal difference.

Noni Madueke punished a defensive lapse from City newcomer Abdukodir Khusanov early in the game to give Chelsea the advantage. However, City asserted their dominance and tied the game through Josko Gvardiol before Haaland and Foden sealed the win.
See also: Phil Foden Stars in Manchester City’s Dominant 6-0 Victory Over Ipswich

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Early Setback for City

In the end, disaster struck in a disastrous way as they started as Abdukodir Khusanov was caught just three minutes in. The attempted header by the January signing to goalkeeper Ederson was intercepted by Nicolas Jackson as he set up Madueke for an easy finish.
See also: Arsenal Crush Man City 5-1: A Statement of Intent in the Title Race

Haaland
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Khusanov’s poor game persisted as he was shown a yellow card for a careless tackle on Cole Palmer in the thirteenth minute. Yet, City soon regained their flow and started dominating the game.

Gvardiol Scores to Level the Score

City tried to get ahead and equalize. Phil Foden almost did it by hitting the post. Chelsea kept surging forward on the counter and twice nearly went ahead: first, when Kyle Walker missed containing Marmoush, and then when a goal was nullified by offside.

Haaland
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City’s perseverance ultimately paid off in the 42nd minute when Matheus Nunes broke Chelsea’s offside trap and forced a save from Robert Sanchez. The ball fell kindly to Josko Gvardiol, who calmly slotted home to make it 1-1.

Gvardiol’s goal was his fifth of the Premier League season, underlining his importance in both attack and defense.

Haaland
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Haaland’s Class Shines

The second half saw City continue dominating possession. Again, it was Erling Haaland who made good with it as he appeared once again in the 68th minute, when Ederson’s long ball had left Chelsea’s defense flat-footed. Haaland muscled past Trevoh Chalobah, spotted Sanchez out of position and deftly lobbed the ball into the net.

The goal was Haaland’s 20th of the season and showcased brilliant strength and composure.

Haaland
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Foden Secures the Points

The decisive and third City’s goal was in the 87th minute when Haaland became a provider and released a through ball, perfect for Phil Foden, who ran past Chelsea’s defense with a smooth, cool shot at the bottom corner.

This ended an outstanding game for Foden, whose performance sealed the move for City into the fourth spot of the Premier League table.

Haaland
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Takeaways

Resilience and Tactical Adaptation of City
Manchester City proved to be flexible enough to change and overcome the early setbacks. Manager Pep Guardiola used direct passes to take advantage of Chelsea’s high defensive line, including Ederson’s assist for Haaland’s goal.

City’s tactical flexibility was very important, especially as they brought in new signings Khusanov and Vitor Reis into the squad. Khusanov had a poor game and was replaced by John Stones, but the overall resilience of the team shone through.

Haaland
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Chelsea’s Missed Opportunities

Chelsea had their moments, especially in the first half, but did not capitalize on crucial opportunities. The high defensive line was taken advantage of every time for all three City goals.

Manager Enzo Maresca, in his first visit to the Etihad as Chelsea’s coach, has much to reassess as the Blues prepare for a crucial London derby against West Ham United.

Haaland
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Ahead of Manchester City

City’s victory takes them to 41 points, just one point ahead of Chelsea and AFC Bournemouth. With a tough run of fixtures against Arsenal, Newcastle United, and Liverpool looming, Guardiola will hope his January signings settle quickly.

Ederson’s form as both a goalkeeper and playmaker has been vital, with his five Premier League assists highlighting his unique contributions.

Haaland
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Chelsea

Chelsea’s loss drops them to sixth in the table, and their form of late—a solitary league win in seven league games—is worrisome. With Noni Madueke and Nicolas Jackson giving flashes of promise, Chelsea need to get more consistent if they are to get into the Champions League.

The next test will be a London derby against West Ham United on 3 February, and they must win it to get back on track.

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