Manchester City Thrash Liverpool in Etihad ClashManchester City Thrash Liverpool in Etihad Clash In a highly anticipated clash at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester City inflicted a resounding 4-0 defeat on their arch-rivals Liverpool, extending their dominance in the Premier League. From the outset, City were in control of the tempo, dictating the play with their trademark possession-based approach. Kevin De Bruyne orchestrated the attack with his incisive passing, while Bernardo Silva and Phil Foden provided constant threats from the flanks. The deadlock was broken in the 20th minute when De Bruyne found Raheem Sterling unmarked in the box. Sterling coolly slotted the ball past Alisson Becker to put City ahead. Liverpool struggled to impose themselves on the game, with their attacking trio of Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mané, and Roberto Firmino kept quiet by City’s resolute defense. The Reds’ frustration boiled over in the 35th minute when Fabinho lunged dangerously at Bernardo Silva, earning him a red card. With Liverpool reduced to 10 men, City seized control of the match. Riyad Mahrez made it 2-0 just before halftime, capitalizing on a defensive error by Joe Gomez. In the second half, City continued to relentless, with Foden adding a third goal in the 68th minute. The young Englishman rounded Alisson and calmly slotted the ball into an empty net. As Liverpool chased a consolation goal, they left themselves exposed at the back. Sterling took advantage in the 90th minute, completing the rout with his second goal of the game. The emphatic victory for City extended their unbeaten run in the Premier League to 13 games and moved them four points clear at the top of the table. Liverpool, meanwhile, suffered their first defeat of the season and slipped to third place. Pep Guardiola’s side will now be considered the favorites to retain their league title, while Liverpool will need to regroup and find a way to turn their fortunes around. The rivalry between these two giants of English football is set to continue with renewed vigor in the months to come.