Manchester City really played big this time, and on the grass in the early morning, the Wolves were like a pack of wolves that were forced to hurry, squatting in the corner and watching every step of Manchester City. But that didn't stop City from showing their turf prowess, especially Haaland, who was a tireless goal-scoring machine tonight, sprinting hard and making the Wolves defence cry.
From the start of the game, Manchester City showed their usual domineering. In midfield, Rodri and Mateo Kovacic, who had just arrived from Chelsea, were in perfect harmony, and the new pair were like a twin-cylinder engine that had just been installed, with a bang and a lot of power. And Tintin, our De Bruyne, was even more energetic today, directing the front court like a conductor waving his baton, every movement was so precise.
Needless to say, Haaland's performance is as good as this lad is running around the pitch, chasing after me, as if he has an endless supply of electricity. Every time you touch the ball, you can feel the momentum to break through the defense. He wasn't just attacking today, he brought in Grealish and Doku, and the trio formed a powerful attack up front, giving Wolves' defenders a headache.
Speaking of Wolves, their performance today was not without its highlights. After all, being called the "Premier League Giant Killer" must have their strengths. Despite facing a strong Manchester City, they still showed good defensive skills and the ability to counter-attack quickly. Tonight, however, their luck didn't seem to be on their side, with a number of counter-attacks posing a threat to City's backline, but never finding the back of the net.
In the game, it has to be mentioned that Manchester City's goalkeeper Ortega Moreno, who replaced Ederson in the regular starting line-up today. Although there were few touches on the ball, he was so crucial on every attack, and a couple of good saves directly helped City maintain the lead.
As the game progressed, the audience could see that City's strategy was very clear, which was to combine possession with attack, striving to achieve precision and lethality in every attack. Wolves, on the other hand, relied on solid defence and quick counter-attacks to find holes in City's defence.
Overall, this game is not just a regular season game in the Premier League, but more like a battle of offensive and defensive tactics. Manchester City have shown their determination and ability to compete for the title with their exceptional skills and teamwork. Wolves, despite being at a disadvantage, are equally commendable for their resilience and unrelenting spirit.
In the end, Manchester City had the upper hand in what was on the attack. Rodri and Chelsea veteran Mateo Kovacic were an impeccable midfield pairing, with the two of them passing and intercepting in midfield acting like a well-placed trap that kept Wolves' attacks stymied. Tintin, oh no, De Bruyne's performance up front today was like a precise guide, whether it was passing or shooting, the accuracy was comparable to the military-level standard.
Haaland's charge was even more eye-catching, as he was not just a scoring machine today, but he was constantly tearing through the opposition defence and creating chances for his team-mates. Every time he got the ball, the fans in the stands cheered as if they were watching a blockbuster, and every breakthrough he made made people's hearts beat faster.
In this case, although Wolves showed bravery, it was clear that there was a big gap with Manchester City in terms of strength and tactical application. Their counter-attacks have occasionally caused some problems for City, but have spent most of their time trying to cope with City's attack. It can be said that their biggest enemy today is not Manchester City, but their own powerlessness.
After this campaign, Manchester City once again proved that they are not only a strong team in the Premier League, but also have the potential to dominate Europe. Their performance, both individually and collaboratively, has reached a new level. As for the Wolves, although they lost this game, their perseverance and indomitable spirit also won people's respect.
Summing up this game, it is not only a test for the players, but also a test for the use of tactics. City's victory was not an accident, it was the inevitable result of their high level of performance, and Wolves' defeat left them with a valuable lesson in how to improve their attacking efficiency while maintaining defensive solidity in future games.
Every minute on the pitch is full of lessons and revelations, and for fans, it is not only a visual feast, but also a collision of emotions and ideas. And for Manchester City and Wolves, it's an opportunity to grow and a motivation for them to keep going in the coming season.