Before the match, Erling Haaland left open the possibility of playing due to personal reasons. However, in the end, the Norwegian striker still played from the start. With high form, Haaland continued to cause sadness for Brentford.
The visitors took the lead after just 22 seconds through Wissa, who headed home easily after Stones had cleared the ball. After the goal, Brentford had three more chances in the opening 10 minutes, but Nathan Collins and Mbeumo failed to capitalise.
After being overwhelmed in the first few minutes, Man City quickly showed the spirit of a team. They continuously pressed the opponent, making Brentford struggle to defend. In the 19th minute, Haaland moved quickly, kicked the ball into the opponent's defender's leg, equalizing 1-1 for Man City.
This was Haaland's 8th goal in just the first 4 games of the season. With such excellent form, this striker received the title of best player of the Premier League in August.
In the 31st minute, Haaland continued to cause sorrow for the "bees" (the nickname of the away team). He took advantage of goalkeeper Ederson's kick, cleverly moving between Pinnock, before finishing delicately past goalkeeper Flekken.
With Wissa injured at the end of the first half, Brentford could no longer maintain their rapid attacks. Thanks to that, Man City had an easier time controlling the game in the second half, especially when Pep Guardiola sent Rodri and Gvardiol on to replace Kovacic and Rico Lewis.
The Etihad home team created many opportunities in the second half, but could not score any goals.
The result Man City 2-1 Brentford helped the home team firmly stay at the top of the Premier League with 4 wins from the beginning of the tournament.
