Manchester City Crushes Newcastle United with a Stunning 4-0 Victory

2025-03-02

Manchester City delivered a dominant performance against Newcastle United at the Etihad Stadium, securing a 4-0 victory in the Premier League. The match was effectively decided in the first half, with January signing Omar Marmoush scoring a sensational hat-trick. His first goal came in the 19th minute, followed by two more in quick succession, showcasing his clinical finishing and composure in front of goal. James McAtee added a fourth late in the game, capitalising on a flick from Erling Haaland during a corner.

The result propelled Manchester City into the top four, while Newcastle slipped to seventh. Pep Guardiola’s side controlled the game throughout, with Newcastle struggling to mount any significant response. Despite a late scare when Haaland appeared to injure his knee, the striker remained on the bench, suggesting the issue may not be serious. Guardiola expressed confidence in Haaland’s condition, stating that the player walked off smiling.

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe acknowledged his team’s shortcomings, admitting they were not at their best and struggled to cope with City’s relentless pressure. The Magpies will look to regroup ahead of their next fixture against Nottingham Forest, while City turn their attention to a crucial Champions League clash against Real Madrid.