Manchester City got 2025 off on the right foot with a 4–1 rout over West Ham United at the Etihad. Pep Guardiola's men came into the Premier League fixture with their sights set on securing their second win in as many matches for the first time since October.

In the 54th minute, Manchester City would make it 3-nil. A driving run and a precise ball from Savinho played in Erling Haaland. Haaland beautifully chipped Alphonse Areola to score his second of the afternoon. It was once again superb play by Savinho to set up Haaland’s goal.