Match Summary

Manchester City – Brighton & Hove Albion: 1–1
It was a tightly contested clash at the Etihad where Manchester City and Brighton shared the spoils. Erling Haaland put the hosts ahead in the 41st minute with a clinical penalty after a VAR review. But Brighton hit back shortly after the break, with Kaoru Mitoma finishing off a smart assist from Yasin Ayari in the 60th minute. Despite City’s 20 shots and dominant 59% possession, they couldn’t find a winner, and Brighton held firm to earn a hard-fought point.

Man of the Match

Key Player: Erling Haaland (Manchester City):
Haaland broke the deadlock with a confidently-taken penalty in the 41st minute, giving City an early advantage.
He remained a constant threat throughout the match, recording multiple shots on target and narrowly missing another goal late in the game.
Despite his efforts, City were ultimately held to a 1-1 draw, but Haaland’s impact was unmistakable in driving the attack.

Conclusion

Manchester City showed strength but lacked the finishing touch to secure victory, while Brighton’s resilience and clinical execution earned them a valuable point on the road. A thrilling encounter that highlighted both teams' quality.