Manchester City ended their winless streak in the Premier League with a convincing 2-0 victory against Leicester City at the King Power Stadium.
Goals from Savinho and Erling Haaland secured all three points for Pep Guardiola’s side, offering much-needed relief after a series of frustrating results.
City took the lead in the 21st minute through Savinho, who capitalized on a defensive lapse by Leicester to calmly slot the ball past the goalkeeper.
The young Brazilian was a standout performer, dictating play and constantly threatening the Leicester defense.
The victory was sealed in the 74th minute when Haaland found the back of the net following a pinpoint assist from Savinho.
The Norwegian striker’s clinical finish highlighted why he remains one of the deadliest forwards in world football.
Pep Guardiola expressed his satisfaction after the match, acknowledging the pressure the team had faced during their recent slump.
“It was important to get back to winning ways,” Guardiola said. “The players showed great character, and Savinho was outstanding today.”
The win propels City closer to the top of the league table as they look to reclaim their dominance in the Premier League.
For Leicester City, the defeat underscores the challenges they face this season, as they continue to battle for consistency under their current setup.
City will now turn their focus to their upcoming fixtures, hoping to build on this momentum as they chase silverware on multiple fronts.