Manchester City delivered an impressive performance to defeat Liverpool 3–0 at Anfield on October 11, 2026, extending their perfect start to the Premier League season. Goals from Erling Haaland, Jérémy Doku and Rayan Cherki helped City secure all three points in a high-profile encounter.
The victory came amid a hostile atmosphere, with Liverpool supporters expressing their anger following the recent verdict in Manchester City’s financial rules case.
Liverpool and Manchester City Begin in a Tight Contest
Both teams started aggressively, but clear scoring opportunities were limited in the first half. Liverpool attempted to put pressure on the visitors, while City looked to create openings through their attacking players.
Haaland missed a promising opportunity before the break, leaving the match goalless at half-time.
Gravenberch Red Card Changes the Game
The match took a decisive turn in the 62nd minute when Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch received a second yellow card for a foul on Doku. Liverpool were reduced to 10 players, giving City a numerical advantage.
City capitalised quickly, putting the home side under pressure and creating the openings needed to take control.
Haaland and Doku Score in Quick Succession
Haaland opened the scoring in the 65th minute with a powerful finish after an attacking move involving Doku. Three minutes later, Doku doubled City’s lead with a curling strike into the top corner.
The two goals in quick succession left Liverpool struggling to recover against the league leaders.
Cherki Completes City’s Victory
Rayan Cherki added the third goal in the 78th minute, finishing from close range after a move involving Josko Gvardiol. The goal sealed a convincing away win and sent many Liverpool supporters heading towards the exits before the final whistle.
City Maintain Perfect Premier League Start
The victory gave Manchester City six wins from six league matches, taking their points tally to 18 and keeping them three points ahead of Arsenal. Liverpool suffered their first league defeat of the 2026–27 season and dropped to ninth in the standings.
City’s result also provided a strong on-field response following the financial rules verdict. The club has appealed the decision and continues to deny wrongdoing.