Manchester City Beats Slovan Bratislava 4-0

Manchester City secured a commanding 4-0 victory over Slovan Bratislava in their first Champions League match of the season, with early goals from Ilkay Gundogan and Phil Foden setting the tone. Erling Haaland scored his 42nd goal in 41 Champions League appearances, while James McAtee rounded off the scoring. The win marked City's 25th consecutive unbeaten match in the Champions League, equaling a record set by Manchester United. Despite their dominance, manager Pep Guardiola expressed concerns over defensive lapses that nearly allowed Slovan to capitalize on counter-attacks. Slovan Bratislava, playing in the Champions League group stage for the first time, created a lively atmosphere despite the defeat. City’s performance was highlighted by their control, hitting the woodwork three times and showcasing their depth with six changes from their last match.