Manchester City Dominates Brighton with a 4-0 Demolishing PerformanceManchester City Dominates Brighton with a 4-0 Demolishing Performance In a one-sided encounter at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester City inflicted a comprehensive 4-0 defeat on Brighton & Hove Albion, extending their winning streak in the Premier League to nine matches. The Citizens started the match with an irresistible intensity, pressing Brighton relentlessly and creating numerous chances. It was no surprise when they took the lead in the 22nd minute. Riyad Mahrez capitalized on a defensive lapse to coolly slot home the opener. Phil Foden doubled City’s advantage just seven minutes later, pouncing on a loose ball and unleashing an unstoppable shot from the edge of the box. Brighton, overwhelmed by the sheer quality of their opponents, struggled to gain a foothold in the game. The second half began in similar fashion, with City dictating the pace and tempo. Bernardo Silva put the game beyond doubt in the 53rd minute with a stunning long-range effort that found the top corner. Brighton’s misery was compounded in the 81st minute when Erling Haaland added his name to the scoresheet. The prolific Norwegian striker surged past his marker and calmly converted a penalty to seal a comfortable victory. Manchester City’s performance was a masterclass in attacking football. They controlled possession, created countless chances, and finished ruthlessly. Brighton, on the other hand, were simply outplayed and outclassed. The result maintains City’s position at the top of the Premier League table, seven points clear of second-placed Arsenal. Brighton, meanwhile, remain in 14th place, hovering just above the relegation zone. Pep Guardiola, the Manchester City manager, praised his team’s performance, saying: “We were excellent from the first minute to the last. We played with such intensity and focus, and we created so many chances. I’m delighted with the result and the performance.” Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi admitted that his team was outplayed, saying: “Manchester City were simply too good for us today. They deserve all the credit. We need to learn from this experience and improve quickly.” Manchester City’s victory sends a clear message to the rest of the Premier League: they are the team to beat. With their relentless attacking intent and exceptional quality, they are a formidable force and will be determined to continue their dominant run.