Crystal Palace 1–4 Manchester City
Erling Haaland scored twice (17', 84') as Manchester City beat Crystal Palace 4-1 at Selhurst Park in the Premier League, Matchweek 2, on Friday 28 August 2026.
Friday, 28 August 2026 at 20:00 UK · Selhurst Park · Win
Erling Haaland struck twice at Selhurst Park as Manchester City swept Crystal Palace aside 4-1 to keep a perfect start to the Premier League under Enzo Maresca. Rayan Cherki also scored a quickfire brace, turning City’s first away game of the season into a statement win.
Haaland scored twice, including City's opener, in a 4-1 win.
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How it was reported
City beat Palace as Haaland’s team keeps rolling
Sky Sports round-up: Elanga and Wissa look reborn at Newcastle, while City get past Palace with Cherki shining. Plenty to catch up on.
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Haaland + Cherki smash Palace (4-1)… but questions linger
Palace 1-4 City: Haaland and Cherki both bagged two in Maresca’s first away win. City look sharp, but there’s still stuff to fix.
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Haaland: Trust Maresca — City need a bit of time
After the 4-1 Palace win, Haaland said City are on the right track under Maresca, but fans should be patient while the team settles.
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Haaland hits 2 as City stay perfect with 4-1 Palace win
Haaland bagged a brace and City won 4-1 at Palace to keep the perfect league start going. Cherki scored two in five minutes too.
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Selhurst Park? Haaland’s happy place — brace again 😈
New haircut, same finish. Haaland scored twice at Palace again and kept up his love affair with Selhurst Park.
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Haaland pays tribute after Norway’s King Harald dies
Erling Haaland has shared his respect after Norway’s King Harald passed away at 89, as the royal palace confirmed the sad news. More details inside.
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