Sports · 6 September 2026

Haaland's header gives Man City 1-0 win over newly promoted Coventry

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Erling Haaland scored his 20th goal in 21 games against new Premier League teams to secure a narrow victory for Manchester City. Enzo Fernandez, a £125m deadline day signing, played a key role in the winning goal, assisting Antoine Semenyo for Haaland's 26th-minute strike. Coventry boss Frank Lampard said his side had a "good performance" and created three big chances, despite the loss.

By BriefTea Editorial · 6 September 2026 at 13:58

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