City’s New Boys Light Up Molineux in 4-0 Win Over Wolves
Wow. That’s probably the only word City fans had on their lips after the final whistle at Molineux. Manchester City didn’t just beat Wolves — they absolutely owned them, cruising to a 4-0 victory that had debut goals, Haaland doing Haaland things, and Pep’s new recruits making a dream start.
It felt like the perfect mix of the reliable old guard and the exciting new blood.
How It All Went Down
The game started with Wolves looking sharp, keeping things tight and even testing City’s backline a couple of times. But once City settled, you could sense something was coming.
- Haaland strikes (42’): Just before half-time, Erling Haaland tapped in after some neat work by Tijjani Reijnders. Routine for him, chaos for Wolves.
- Reijnders joins the party (49’): Minutes after the restart, the Dutchman let fly with a rocket that gave the keeper no chance. Talk about announcing yourself in style.
- Another for Haaland (56’): Because one is never enough. The big man doubled up, and the away end exploded.
- Cherki seals it (85’): The cherry on top. On his debut, Rayan Cherki calmly slotted in to make it four. Ice-cold finish.
By full-time, Wolves looked drained. City? Ruthless as ever.
The Debutants Steal the Show
Forget the scoreline for a second. This was about the new boys making their mark.
- Tijjani Reijnders: Controlled the midfield like he’d been wearing sky blue for years. Oh, and that thunderbolt goal? Chef’s kiss.
- Rayan Cherki: Came on, ran at defenders with swagger, and scored on his first Premier League outing. You could almost feel the buzz through the TV.
- James Trafford: Thrown in as the starting keeper, no nerves, no drama. Calm, solid, and collected.
It wasn’t just a win — it was a glimpse of City’s future.
Haaland, Business as Usual
While everyone raves about the debutants, let’s not forget the main man. Erling Haaland bagged his usual two goals, bullied defenders, and reminded everyone why he’s the most feared striker in football.
For City fans, seeing Haaland in this form and watching the new arrivals shine? That’s dreamland.
A Tough Night for Wolves
You’ve got to feel a bit for Wolves. They started well, pressed hard, and even had the crowd on their side. Before kick-off, there was a touching tribute to the late Diogo Jota, with fans applauding in unison — goosebumps moment.
But once City found their rhythm, Wolves couldn’t live with it. They fought, but the gulf in class was massive.
Why This Win Felt Different
This wasn’t just three points. This was City sending out a message.
- Fresh faces, instant impact — Reijnders and Cherki didn’t just play; they lit up the game.
- Squad depth looks scary — even with changes, City looked flawless.
- Pep’s evolution continues — new pieces, same dominance.
Every season, people ask: Can City get even better? Tonight, the answer looked like a big, fat yes.
Fan Questions Answered
Who scored for City?
Haaland (2), Reijnders, Cherki.
Who impressed most on debut?
Reijnders with his goal and control, and Cherki for his fearless cameo.
Did Wolves ever threaten?
They had moments early on, but couldn’t finish them.
What about James Trafford in goal?
Solid. Didn’t look fazed at all stepping in for Ederson.
