đź”— Share this article Haaland Unstoppable as City Overpower Villarreal Villarreal became the most recent team to fall to the Norwegian striker, who scored in his 9th consecutive Manchester City match. The visitors secured a relatively easy 2-0 win in the Cerámica, with the Portuguese midfielder contributing a second in a first half of clear dominance. While the home team had moments in the second period, they posed minimal consistent threat. After the forward was withdrawn late on, relief swept through the ground—the impact had already been done. Dominant Start from Manchester City The English side started sharply, with Haaland, Savinho, and JĂ©rĂ©my Doku combining to test LuĂz JĂşnior into an first-minute save. Only later, the striker directed a chance past the post. The City manager used a fluid setup, at times looking like a 3-2-4-1, with the defender moving into the back line when required. City enjoyed 69% of possession in the opening period, though their control felt more pronounced. The Home Side Struggle to Cope The Villarreal squad seemed struggling to read City's movements. Villarreal relied on a deep line and fast counterattacks, but the away side matched them in physicality and skill. Any hints of threat from the hosts were swiftly dealt with, with the defender denying Mikautadze and Gueye firing wide. Composure proved key for City, particularly in the build-up to the opening goal. Opening Goal Highlights Their Patience The opening goal on 17 minutes showcased the team's calmness. The Brazilian and Stones swapped the ball multiple times on the right, drawing the defense wide. Suddenly, the tempo changed—patient passing turned into a quick sequence, Lewis bursting into the area and pulling back for the forward to tap in. Second Header Confirms the Win City's second strike was more straightforward. Once more, the winger sent in a cross from the right, and Bernardo Silva drifted unmarked to head home from close range. Second Half Brings Momentary Resistance While the hosts showed some life in the second half—with Nicolas PĂ©pĂ© and teammates testing Gianluigi Donnarumma—the visitors largely kept control. The striker came close twice, first with a powerful effort and later with a placed attempt, but LuĂz JĂşnior denied him each time. Haaland has now scored in nine straight matches. City controlled possession with 69% in the opening half. The Spanish team recorded only a handful of attempts on target. Ultimately, it was a professional performance from Manchester City, who continue their strong run in the Champions League.