Erling Haaland delivered a stunning performance, scoring a hat-trick as Manchester City overcame an early setback to defeat Ipswich Town 4-1 in the Premier League. Ipswich took a surprising lead with a goal from Sammie Szmodics, but Haaland quickly equalized with a penalty and added two more goals within minutes, effectively sealing the game early. Kevin De Bruyne also contributed significantly, scoring one goal and assisting another, as City's response was swift and ruthless. This match marked Haaland's seventh Premier League hat-trick, joining Wayne Rooney with the record for the most by a player in the competition. Ilkay Gundogan made a notable return to the team after rejoining from Barcelona. Despite some defensive concerns, Manchester City's attacking prowess overshadowed any worries as they continued their title defense.