Manchester City Extend Unbeaten Run with Thumping Win Over LiverpoolManchester City Extend Unbeaten Run with Thumping Win Over Liverpool Manchester City continued their relentless march towards another Premier League title with an emphatic 3-1 victory over rivals Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday. The win extends City’s unbeaten run in all competitions to 15 matches and leaves them nine points clear at the top of the table. Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool started the match brightly, but it was City who took the lead in the 13th minute. Ilkay Gundogan pounced on a loose ball in the Liverpool area and fired home from close range. City doubled their advantage three minutes later through Phil Foden. The teenage sensation exchanged a one-two with Bernardo Silva before finishing clinically past Alisson Becker. Liverpool struggled to create clear-cut chances for the rest of the half, and City took complete control of the game after the break. Gundogan netted his second goal of the match in the 51st minute, heading in Kevin De Bruyne’s cross from the left. Mohamed Salah pulled a goal back for Liverpool in the 68th minute, but it proved to be a mere consolation. City defended resolutely and closed out the match comfortably. Pep Guardiola’s side were dominant throughout the 90 minutes, showcasing their impressive depth and quality. De Bruyne, Bernardo Silva, and Rodri were imperious in midfield, while the back four of Joao Cancelo, John Stones, Ruben Dias, and Oleksandr Zinchenko were impenetrable. The victory is a major statement of intent from City, who have now opened up a significant gap at the summit. Liverpool, meanwhile, face an uphill battle to regain their title, with their hopes of a quadruple now hanging in the balance. The win also marks another milestone in the remarkable career of Gundogan. The German midfielder has now scored 20 goals in all competitions this season, equaling his tally from last season.
