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Manchester City triumph with a ‘pointless’ Anfield win – and show they have the character to deal with the noise

Liverpool brought banners, Manchester City bananas, as the cloud over the Citizens lifts for a thumping victory on Merseyside

By Henry Winter · Four Four Two

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 5:56 PM

Key Things to Know

Manchester City defeated Liverpool 3-0 at Anfield to move three points clear at the top of the table.
Henry Winter argues Manchester City showed strong character amidst heavy fan protests regarding financial rule breaches.
Ryan Gravenberch was sent off for Liverpool just after the hour mark following a second yellow card.

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Manchester City earned a 3-0 victory against Liverpool at Anfield in the Premier League, moving three points clear at the top of the table. Following a goalless first half, Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch was sent off for a second yellow card after fouling substitute Jeremy Doku. Manchester City quickly took advantage, securing the win with goals from Erling Haaland, Jeremy Doku, and Rayan Cherki.

Henry Winter argues that Manchester City displayed the character required to cope with intense hostile atmosphere and protests from Liverpool supporters regarding recent financial breach verdicts. While Liverpool fans displayed banners and chanted accusations of cheating, City fans responded with inflatable bananas. Winter questions whether the on-pitch victory will ultimately prove pointless amid ongoing legal proceedings deciding the season.

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