Manchester City delivered a commanding performance to secure the biggest Premier League win of the season, crushing Ipswich Town 6-0 at Portman Road and reclaiming their place in the top four. Following a disappointing 2-2 draw against Brentford in their previous outing, Pep Guardiola's side responded in spectacular fashion, showcasing the quality that has defined them in recent seasons. Phil Foden was the standout player, contributing two goals and an assist in a dominant display.
Foden opened the scoring in the 28th minute with a composed finish from Kevin De Bruyne’s cross and set up Mateo Kovacic’s powerful strike three minutes later. The England international added his second just before halftime, capitalizing on another De Bruyne delivery to fire a low shot past Christian Walton. City’s relentless first-half performance left Ipswich unable to cope with their fluid attacking play.
The visitors extended their lead shortly after the break when Jeremy Doku’s deflected shot found the back of the net. Erling Haaland, who recently committed to a new long-term contract with the club, made it 5-0 with a clinical finish from Doku’s pass after a defensive error by Ipswich. Substitute James McAtee capped off the rout with a looping header from Kovacic’s cross, adding the sixth goal to an already emphatic scoreline.
The result moves Manchester City up to fourth in the table with 38 points, reigniting their push for the title after a rough patch in form late last year. Meanwhile, Ipswich remain mired in the relegation zone with just 16 points, their struggles compounded by a poor defensive display against the reigning champions.
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