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Maresca praises Cherki after Man City’s 4-1 victory at Crystal Palace

4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 11:13 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Maresca praises Cherki after Man City’s 4-1 victory at Crystal Palace
Summary

Manchester City secured a 4-1 victory against Crystal Palace on Friday evening, with Rayan Cherki scoring twice. City manager Enzo Maresca described Cherki's performance as 'complete', highlighting his contributions off the ball and his second-half scoring. Erling Haaland also scored two goals as City maintained their strong start to the Premier League season, achieving two wins in two matches. Maresca expressed confidence in Cherki's continued impact, citing his passion for football as a key factor.

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  • •Rayan Cherki scored twice in the 4-1 win at Crystal Palace.
  • •Erling Haaland added two goals for Manchester City.
  • •Maresca commended Cherki's off-the-ball work during the match.
  • •City has won their first two Premier League matches.
  • •The match took place on August 28, 2026.
Latest Updates
  • 11:13 PMESPN Soccer — Maresca hails 'complete' Cherki after Palace win
  • 11:03 PMYahoo Sports — Maresca thrilled with Cherki's work rate in Manchester City victory
  • 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Cherki conjured up the complete display, says admiring Maresca
  • 10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Maresca hails Cherki’s ‘complete performance’ in win over Crystal Palace
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Rayan Cherki's quickfire double catalysed Manchester City's 4-1 win at Crystal Palace but it was the Frenchman's work off the ball that most impressed new boss Enzo Maresca. City made it a perfect two wins from two to start Maresca's first season in charge at City, with Erling Haaland opening the scoring with a 17th-minute header and wrapping up the three points late on.

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City boss Enzo Maresca hailed what he described as a complete performance from two-goal Rayan Cherki after Friday’s superb 4-1 Premier League win at Crystal Palace. Match Report Braces for Haaland a...

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Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca praised Rayan Cherki’s all-round contribution after the midfielder scored twice in their 4-1 victory over Crystal Palace.Erling Haaland was also on target twice as ...

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