Tottenham Hotspur Dismantle Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium 4-0
In a shocking turn of events, Tottenham Hotspur pulled off a stunning 4-0 win over Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. This defeat marks City’s fifth consecutive loss in all competitions, a first for manager Pep Guardiola.
James Maddison Stars with a Brace
James Maddison was the star of the show, scoring a brace on his 28th birthday. His first goal came in the 13th minute, when he collected a pass from Pedro Porro and slotted it past Ederson. Maddison’s second goal came in the 65th minute, when he scored from the penalty spot after being fouled by Manuel Akanji.
Pedro Porro Adds a Third
Pedro Porro added a third goal for Spurs in the 75th minute, blasting the ball past Ederson after a cutback from Dominic Solanke. The goal was Porro’s first for Tottenham Hotspur, and it marked a memorable moment for the Spanish defender.
Brennan Johnson Seals the Win
Brennan Johnson sealed the win for Tottenham Hotspur with a tap-in in stoppage time, thanks to a brilliant pass from Timo Werner. The goal was Johnson’s first for Spurs, and it marked a perfect ending to a perfect day for the London club.
Post-Match Reaction
Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou was delighted with his team’s performance. “I’m incredibly proud of the players,” he said. “We knew it would be a tough game, but we worked hard and deserved the win.”
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was disappointed with his team’s performance. “We didn’t play well enough,” he said. “We had chances, but we didn’t take them. We have to improve.”
Match Statistics
- Possession: Manchester City 58%, Tottenham Hotspur 42%
- Shots on target: Manchester City 10, Tottenham Hotspur 8
- Corners: Manchester City 7, Tottenham Hotspur 3
- Fouls: Manchester City 12, Tottenham Hotspur 15
- Yellow cards: Manchester City 2, Tottenham Hotspur 3
- Red cards: None
Premier League Table
The win moves Tottenham Hotspur up to sixth place in the Premier League table, while Manchester City drops to third place. Liverpool remains at the top of the table, with Arsenal and Chelsea closing in on the leaders.