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Manchester City defeats Crystal Palace 4-1 at Selhurst Park

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Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Manchester City defeats Crystal Palace 4-1 at Selhurst Park
Summary

Manchester City achieved a decisive 4-1 victory over Crystal Palace on August 28 at Selhurst Park, featuring two goals from Erling Haaland and another two from Rayan Cherki. Crystal Palace's lone goal came from an own goal by Gianluigi Donnarumma. City's dominant performance marked their second consecutive win to open the Premier League season. The team, guided by manager Enzo Maresca, displayed impressive attacking play, despite some defensive vulnerabilities. The match showcased City’s potential as they continue to integrate new players into their lineup.

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Status Watch
  • •Manchester City scored four goals, two each from Haaland and Cherki.
  • •Gianluigi Donnarumma conceded an own goal for Crystal Palace.
  • •City has won their first two Premier League matches this season.
  • •Erling Haaland opened the scoring with a header in the 17th minute.
  • •Enzo Maresca made one change to the starting lineup from last week.
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Manchester City beat Crystal Palace 4-1 at Selhurst Park last night. A brace each for Rayan Cherki and Erling Haaland helped Enzo Maresca’s side see off Pierre Sage’s side. City also made it two w...

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Manchester City 4 (Erling Haaland 17′, Rayan Cherki 54′, 59′)Crystal Palace 1 (Gianluigi Donnarumma OG’ 56′)Manchester City picked up an impressive 4-1 win over Crystal Palace tonight at Sel...

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Manchester City 4 (Erling Haaland 17′, 85′, Rayan Cherki 53′, 59′)Crystal Palace 1 (Gianluigi Donnarumma OG’ 56′)Manchester City have beaten Crystal Palace emphatically 4-1 tonight at Selh...

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