Man City Triumphs 2-0 Over Wolves; Marmoush, Semenyo Score with Haaland Benched
Manchester City secured a 2-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers, ending their four-match winless streak in the Premier League. The match took place at the Etihad Stadium, highlighting a notable performance by City without their star striker, Erling Haaland.
Match Highlights
Erling Haaland was benched for this match, allowing two players, Omar Marmoush and Antoine Semenyo, to shine. Both scored in the first half, giving City a critical win as they aimed to regain their form after a recent loss to Bodo/Glimt in the Champions League.
Scoring Summary
- Omar Marmoush: Scored the opening goal with a well-placed shot.
- Antoine Semenyo: Doubled the lead with a precise finish, showcasing a strong attacking performance.
This victory was vital, especially as Manchester City is now just four points behind Premier League leaders Arsenal. Meanwhile, Wolves remained at the bottom of the table with eight points following this defeat.
Player Ratings
| Team | Players | Ratings |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester City | Donnarumma | 6 |
| Nunes | 7 | |
| Khusanaov | 7 | |
| Guehi | 6 | |
| O’Reilly | 7 | |
| Rodri | 7 | |
| Bernardo | 7 | |
| Reijnders | 7 | |
| Semenyo | 8 | |
| Cherki | 7 | |
| Marmoush | 8 | |
| Wolves | Sa | 6 |
| Tchatchoua | 5 | |
| Mosquera | 6 | |
| S Bueno | 6 | |
| Krejci | 6 | |
| H Bueno | 6 | |
| Andre | 7 | |
| J Gomes | 7 | |
| Arias | 7 | |
| Mane | 7 | |
| Hwang | 5 |
Managerial Insights
Pep Guardiola expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance, particularly praising Marmoush and Semenyo. Their contributions were essential in securing this victory, easing some of the pressures surrounding City’s form.
What’s Next?
Manchester City is preparing for another crucial week, with a Champions League match against Galatasaray on the horizon. As they build on this win against Wolves, City aims to regain momentum in their campaign.
