Haaland's Double Fires Man City to Dominant 3-0 Win Over Crystal Palace in Premier League Thriller

Manchester City secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park in the Premier League's Matchweek 16, providing a much-needed boost to their title aspirations.

Phil Foden opened the scoring with a stunning long-range strike, curling the ball into the bottom corner to give City a 2-0 lead after earlier dominance in possession[2][3]. Erling Haaland then sealed the win with a brace, his first from the penalty spot after Savinho was fouled in the box, marking his 17th goal of the season, and the second another cool finish from 12 yards[1][4]. Haaland now has seven goals against Palace in the Premier League, including his first hat-trick against them in 2022[1].

Despite Crystal Palace's early threats and periods of pressure, including some scares for City, Manchester City held firm. Pep Guardiola remains unbeaten in 11 visits to Selhurst Park against Palace, with this win described as a confidence booster amid a tricky away fixture[3][4]. Palace, in good recent form, pushed hard but couldn't convert chances, leaving manager Oliver Glasner disappointed with the scoreline not reflecting the game's competitiveness[1].

The result moves City back within striking distance of the top, powered by key contributions from Foden and Haaland, as highlighted in official match reports and broadcasts[4]. Full highlights showcase City's clinical finishing at a venue where they last met Palace in the FA Cup final 211 days prior[3].