Manchester City Dominate West Ham with Commanding 3-0 Victory

City Maintain Title Push with Clinical Performance

Manchester City secured a comfortable 3-0 victory over West Ham United on 20 December 2025, demonstrating their championship credentials in a match that highlighted the contrasting fortunes of both clubs. Erling Haaland scored two goals and made another as Manchester City underlined their growing title credentials, solidifying their position as Arsenal’s primary challengers at the top of the Premier League table.

Haaland’s Masterclass at the Etihad

The Norwegian striker was the star of the show, opening the scoring early in the match. The prolific Norwegian was on target after just five minutes of a one-sided encounter at the Etihad Stadium, before teeing up Tijjani Reijnders and adding another in the second half. Haaland’s second goal took his tally for club and country this season to 38, showcasing his remarkable scoring prowess throughout the campaign. The striker nearly completed his hat-trick but passed up the opportunity in stoppage time.

Dominant Display Extends Winning Streak

Victory for Pep Guardiola’s side, their fifth in succession in the Premier League, put pressure firmly on Arsenal at the top end of the table. City controlled proceedings throughout, with West Ham offering minimal threat, particularly in the first half. The hosts enjoyed significant possession and created numerous chances, underlining their superiority over the struggling visitors.

West Ham’s Relegation Worries Deepen

The result compounds West Ham’s difficulties this season. Manchester City cruised to a simple 3-0 victory over struggling West Ham to pile more misery on Nuno Espirito Santo, with his side now guaranteed to spend Christmas in the relegation zone. West Ham are three points from safety, having fallen to their 10th defeat of a dismal season, leaving the Hammers facing an increasingly difficult battle to avoid the drop.

Title Race Implications

This commanding performance sends a clear message to Manchester City’s title rivals. With Arsenal holding the top position, City’s consistent winning form keeps them firmly in contention. The victory demonstrates that Guardiola’s squad have rediscovered their rhythm at a crucial stage of the season, making them formidable opponents in the race for Premier League glory. For West Ham, the focus now shifts to survival as they desperately need to arrest their alarming slide down the table.