MANCHESTER — Manchester City are six points clear at the top of the Premier League after Erling Haaland's double fired Enzo Maresca's side to a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Ipswich Town at the Etihad Stadium, sealing a seventh straight league win and underlining their authority at the summit.
Haaland was again the difference for the hosts, netting twice in the 3-2 success to ensure City collected maximum points in front of their own supporters. The Norwegian's brace proved decisive in a match that remained in the balance until the final whistle, with City showing resilience to see out the result and stretch their winning run to seven consecutive league fixtures.
Ipswich Town made life difficult for the leaders and contributed to an entertaining five-goal affair at the Etihad, but Maresca's men had enough to secure the narrow victory. The result keeps City clear at the top of the table, with their six-point advantage reflecting a sustained spell of dominance that has seen them pull away from the chasing pack.
For Ipswich, the narrow defeat at the home of the champions offers encouragement despite the absence of points, having pushed the league leaders close throughout. For City, the focus remains on maintaining momentum, with Haaland's form in front of goal continuing to drive a side who are setting the pace in the Premier League.
The Etihad victory extends City's perfect recent sequence and reinforces their status as the team to catch, with Maresca's squad now boasting daylight at the top after seven consecutive league wins.