Manchester City 3-0 Liverpool: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Coral’s post-match review of Manchester City 3-0 Liverpool in the Premier League on Sunday, 09 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Manchester City delivered a commanding performance to secure a 3-0 victory over Liverpool at home, extending their winning streak to two games after defeating AFC Bournemouth. The match was defined by City’s clinical finishing, with goals from Erling Haaland, Nico González, and Jérémy Doku proving decisive.

Despite Liverpool’s recent form showing a win against Aston Villa, they were unable to find their rhythm against a well-drilled City side. The result might come as a surprise given Liverpool’s quality, but City’s dominance was clear, and this win further solidifies their position as title contenders.

Key moments in the game included Haaland’s goal, assisted by Matheus Nunes, which set the tone for City’s control. Nico González’s goal just before half-time, assisted by Bernardo Silva, was a testament to City’s ability to exploit Liverpool’s defensive lapses.

The final nail in the coffin came from Doku, who scored in the second half, assisted by Nico O’Reilly. Liverpool struggled to create meaningful chances, and their four yellow cards indicate a frustrating day at the office, especially after their recent loss to Brentford.

The statistics from the match highlight Manchester City’s efficiency despite having slightly less possession at 49% compared to Liverpool’s 51%. City’s successful dribbles percentage stood at an impressive 69%, significantly higher than Liverpool’s 33%, indicating their control of the ball in key areas.

Both teams had an equal number of corners at seven each, but City’s three assists to Liverpool’s zero underline their superior attacking play. The four yellow cards Liverpool received, compared to City’s two, further reflect the visitors’ struggles and frustrations throughout the game.

The match’s pivotal moments came early and often for Manchester City. Erling Haaland’s goal in the 29th minute, assisted by Matheus Nunes, set the tone for the game. Nico González’s strike just before halftime, assisted by Bernardo Silva, effectively sealed the victory. The third goal by Jérémy Doku in the 63rd minute, assisted by Nico O’Reilly, was the icing on the cake. Liverpool’s inability to respond, coupled with their four yellow cards, underscored a challenging day for the Reds.

Manchester City lined up in a 4-3-3 formation with Gianluigi Donnarumma in goal, and a backline of Matheus Nunes, Rúben Dias, Josko Gvardiol, and Nico O’Reilly. The midfield trio of Bernardo Silva, Nico González, and Phil Foden provided the necessary balance and creativity, while the attacking line of Rayan Cherki, Erling Haaland, and Jérémy Doku proved lethal. This lineup and formation allowed City to dominate possession and create numerous scoring opportunities, leading to their convincing victory.

Liverpool opted for a 4-2-3-1 formation with Giorgi Mamardashvili between the posts, and a defense consisting of Conor Bradley, Ibrahima Konaté, Virgil van Dijk, and Andrew Robertson. The midfield was anchored by Ryan Gravenberch and Alexis Mac Allister, with Mohamed Salah, Dominik Szoboszlai, and Florian Wirtz supporting striker Hugo Ekitiké. Despite the quality in their lineup, Liverpool struggled to break down City’s defense and lacked the cutting edge needed to challenge the home side effectively.

Erling Haaland was named Man of the Match for his outstanding performance against Liverpool. His goal in the 29th minute set the tone for Manchester City’s dominance, and his presence on the pitch forced Liverpool’s defence to be constantly on alert. Haaland’s ability to score crucial goals and his overall impact on the game made him a clear choice for this accolade.

Recent Premier League matches:

• Win: 3-0 vs Liverpool (H)
• Win: 3-1 vs AFC Bournemouth (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Aston Villa (A)

Recent Premier League matches:

• Loss: 0-3 vs Manchester City (A)
• Win: 2-0 vs Aston Villa (H)
• Loss: 2-3 vs Brentford (A)

Currently in 2nd place with 22 points, Manchester City will face Newcastle United, who are in 14th place with 12 points, on November 22, 2025 at 17:30.

Currently in 8th place with 18 points, Liverpool will play against Nottingham Forest, who are in 19th place with 9 points, on November 22, 2025 at 15:00.

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