Manchester City kicked off their Premier League title defence in emphatic fashion with a 4-0 victory over Wolves at Molineux on Saturday, while Tottenham Hotspur also made a strong start, easing past newly promoted Burnley 3-0 in North London.
City’s breakthrough came just after the half-hour mark when Erling Haaland converted a Rico Lewis cross at the back post. Moments later, new signing Tijjani Reijnders marked his league debut with a composed finish after latching onto an Oscar Bobb through ball.
French playmaker Rayan Cherki, another of City’s summer acquisitions, also found the scoresheet, capping off a dominant performance that sent a clear message about Pep Guardiola’s side’s intent to retain their crown. Haaland later added his second, sealing a commanding brace.
At the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Ange Postecoglou’s side began their campaign with a convincing win over Burnley. Goals from James Maddison, Heung-Min Son, and new arrival Alejo Véliz ensured Spurs’ fast start against Vincent Kompany’s team, who struggled to adapt on their Premier League return.
Both City and Spurs now head into the second week of fixtures brimming with confidence, with Guardiola’s men looking as relentless as ever and Tottenham showing signs of renewed attacking verve.
–Input WAM
