Manchester City returns to winning ways with 3-0 win

Manchester City ended their seven-match winless streak with a commanding 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest on Wednesday evening at the Etihad Stadium. Goals from Bernardo Silva, Kevin De Bruyne, and Jeremy Doku helped the reigning Premier League champions regain confidence after a challenging period.

Silva opens the scoring

City took the lead in the first half through a clever combination between Kevin De Bruyne and Bernardo Silva. De Bruyne's precise header found Silva in the perfect position to tap the ball into the net, giving City an early advantage. The goal set the tone for a dominant performance by Pep Guardiola’s side.

Brilliance from De Bruyne and Doku

The second goal showcased City’s quality and creativity. After a brilliant solo run, Jeremy Doku delivered a precise pass to De Bruyne, who wasted no time unleashing a powerful strike into the top corner. The Belgian midfielder’s effort left Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Mats Selz with no chance and extended City’s lead to 2-0. Doku added a third goal early in the second half. Picking up a perfectly weighted pass from Erling Haaland, the Belgian winger sprinted into the box, cut inside, and delivered a clinical finish into the far corner. Selz was once again helpless as Doku secured City’s three points in style.

A much-needed win for Guardiola’s side

This win marks Manchester City’s first victory in seven games, following a 2-0 loss to Liverpool and a dramatic 3-3 draw with Feyenoord in the Champions League. While Pep Guardiola never faced significant external pressure during this rough patch, the victory will undoubtedly come as a relief for the Spanish manager, who watched his team return to their dominant best.

Impact on the Premier League title race

With this win, City narrows the gap on league leaders Liverpool, who were held to a 3-3 draw against Newcastle earlier in the week. The reigning champions are now just two points closer to their rivals, signaling their intent to claw back into the title race. Manchester City’s convincing performance against Nottingham Forest will give them much-needed momentum as they prepare for upcoming Premier League and Champions League fixtures. For Nottingham Forest, the defeat highlights the difficulty of competing against England’s elite, but they will look to regroup in their next outing. This victory not only brings relief to City’s camp but also sends a message to their rivals: the champions are ready to fight their way back to the top.