Manchester City orchestrated a remarkable second-half comeback to secure victory against the in-form West Ham, extending their flawless start to the Premier League season.
The Hammers had defied expectations by taking the lead, courtesy of James Ward-Prowse’s diving header, against the overall flow of the match. However, Manchester City wasted no time in responding. Jeremy Doku, with his first goal for the club, swiftly equalized just 43 seconds into the second half.
Bernardo Silva then seized the opportunity presented by Julian Alvarez’s perfectly placed ball over West Ham’s defense, calmly slotting it past the advancing Alphonse Areola.
Erling Haaland, despite missing several earlier chances, sealed the victory at London Stadium with his trademark clinical finish.
Speaking after the game, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola praised his team’s performance, noting their resilience, especially when trailing at halftime against a formidable opponent. He highlighted the efficiency and composure they displayed in the second half.
With this win, Manchester City maintained their two-point lead at the summit of the league table, ahead of both Tottenham and Liverpool. In contrast, West Ham experienced their first defeat of the season, resulting in a drop to sixth place in the standings.
