Manchester City surged to a 5-2 win against Juventus to grab first place in Group G at the Club World Cup. Heading the knockout round, Pep Guardiola’s players are now the only team in the competition with a flawless record.
Both clubs had two victories going into the final group game, but City quickly established their dominance. Making his first start since last September, Rodri directed play from midfield and spearheaded an unending City attack.
After teaming wonderfully with Rayan Ait-Nouri, Jeremy Doku started the scoring. After a rare error from Ederson, Teun Koopmeiners answered for Juventus, but the happiness was fleeting. Pierre Kalulu’s funny own goal gave City their lead back before halftime.
Coming on halftime, Erling Haaland had immediate influence. With a precise finish, the Norwegian striker scored his 300th career goal before becoming an assistance as Phil Foden tapped City’s fourth.
Savinho sealed one of City’s most perfect performances in recent memory with a stunning fifth, striking in from distance. Late consolation for Juventus, Dusan Vlahovic seized but the damage was long done.
Rising to the top of the draw brings The Cityzens onto what seems to be the more relaxed side of it. Set to meet the Group H runner-up—either Real Madrid, Salzburg, or Al Hilal—in the final 16 on Monday, they are now avoiding a possible all-Premier League final.
Guardiola’s men seem to be title contenders going into the knockout stages as momentum is on their side and important players are back in play.
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