Etihad Stadium, Manchester – August 24, 2024: Manchester City showcased their attacking flair and clinical finishing in a dazzling performance at the Etihad Stadium, defeating Ipswich Town 4-1. Erling Haaland was the star of the show, netting a spectacular hat-trick and solidifying his status as one of the Premier League’s most formidable strikers.
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Man City vs Ipswich Town Half Time: City’s Swift Response to Early Setback
The match began with a dramatic turn of events as Ipswich Town’s Sam Szmodics scored an early goal to put his team ahead in the 7th minute. Szmodics’ right-footed strike from the edge of the box, set up by Ben Johnson, caught Manchester City off guard. The goal came as a result of a quick break and a precise through ball, giving Ipswich a surprising lead.
However, Manchester City quickly responded. In the 12th minute, Erling Haaland equalized with a coolly taken penalty. The spot-kick was awarded after Leif Davis fouled Savinho in the penalty area. City’s response was swift and powerful as they took control of the game.
The 14th minute saw Kevin De Bruyne extend City’s lead with a stunning left-footed shot from outside the box. The goal was set up by Savinho, who provided a perfect assist, showcasing City’s attacking cohesion. De Bruyne’s goal demonstrated his exceptional vision and finishing skills.
Haaland wasn’t finished yet. In the 16th minute, he scored his second goal of the match. De Bruyne turned provider once more, delivering a precise through ball that allowed Haaland to place a left-footed shot into the center of the goal. City’s dominance was clear as they took a 3-1 lead into the break.
Half-Time Score: Manchester City 3, Ipswich Town 1
Man City vs Ipswich Town Full Time: Haaland Completes His Hat-Trick
The second half began with City maintaining their pressure. Despite a few interruptions due to injuries and substitutions, Manchester City controlled the pace of the game.
In the 50th minute, Manchester City made a tactical change, substituting Mateo Kovacic with John Stones. This move was necessitated by an injury to Kovacic, but Stones’ entry helped stabilize City’s midfield.
Ipswich Town made their own adjustments, including a significant substitution in the 83rd minute when Liam Delap was replaced by Ali Al-Hamadi. Despite these changes, Ipswich struggled to contain City’s relentless attack.
Erling Haaland completed his hat-trick in the 88th minute with a spectacular left-footed shot from outside the box. The goal sealed City’s 4-1 victory and highlighted Haaland’s exceptional finishing ability.
City continued to dominate possession and created numerous chances, but the scoreline remained unchanged as the match concluded.
Full-Time Score: Manchester City 4, Ipswich Town 1
Man City vs Ipswich Town Lineups
Manchester City (3-2-4-1):
- Goalkeeper: Ederson
- Defenders: Rúben Dias, Josko Gvardiol (Yellow Card), Manuel Akanji
- Midfielders: Mateo Kovacic (50′), Kevin De Bruyne (C), Bernardo Silva, Rico Lewis
- Forwards: Erling Haaland, Jérémy Doku (71′), Savinho (71′)
Ipswich Town (5-4-1):
- Goalkeeper: Arijanet Muric
- Defenders: Leif Davis, Luke Woolfenden, Ben Johnson, Jacob Greaves, Axel Tuanzebe
- Midfielders: Sam Morsy (C), Omari Hutchinson, Sam Szmodics, Massimo Luongo
- Forward: Liam Delap
Man City vs Ipswich Town Stats
- Possession: Manchester City 75.9% – Ipswich Town 24.1%
- Shots on Target: Manchester City 5 – Ipswich Town 1
- Total Shots: Manchester City 14 – Ipswich Town 1
- Touches: Manchester City 915 – Ipswich Town 387
- Passes: Manchester City 749 – Ipswich Town 233
- Tackles: Manchester City 14 – Ipswich Town 17
- Clearances: Manchester City 8 – Ipswich Town 40
- Corners: Manchester City 10 – Ipswich Town 1
- Offsides: Manchester City 3 – Ipswich Town 1
- Yellow Cards: Manchester City 2 – Ipswich Town 3
- Fouls Conceded: Manchester City 4 – Ipswich Town 15
Man City vs Ipswich Town Key Moments
90+5′ – Yellow Card: Jack Grealish (Manchester City) for simulation.
- 90+4′ – Yellow Card: Ali Al-Hamadi (Ipswich Town) for a bad foul.
- 88′ – Goal: Erling Haaland (Manchester City) completes his hat-trick with a powerful left-footed shot.
- 72′ – Ipswich Town made multiple substitutions, including Marcus Harness and Jack Taylor coming on for Sam Szmodics and Massimo Luongo.
Man City vs Ipswich Town Fan Vote Man of the Match: Erling Haaland
