Overview
- The decisive goal came in the 9th minute when Joško Gvardiol’s pass sent Erling Haaland through to finish.
- Brentford’s clearest chance arrived after halftime as Igor Thiago could not beat Gianluigi Donnarumma one-on-one.
- Manchester City controlled the opening period with about 69% possession and limited Brentford’s threat before the break.
- Pep Guardiola introduced Bernardo Silva and Jérémy Doku to help maintain control and close out the match.
- City move to 13 points in fifth place with Haaland atop the scoring chart on nine goals, while Brentford sit 16th on seven.