The Norwegian striker came to life in six pivotal minutes in the second half after City’s backline had starved Bayern of clear chances.
How many times have Manchester City melted in Champions League knockout matches?
Latter stage European nights at the Etihad Stadium are synonymous with nerves and anxious moments, but this was a practically serene occasion, as Pep Guardiola’s side destroyed a toothless Bayern Munich 3-0 in their quarter-final first leg.
The standout performers were the defenders, with Ruben Dias leading the way in a near-perfect performance, limiting Bayern to hit-and-hope shots from Leroy Sane.
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But, as ever, Erling Haaland had his say, delivering a sumptuous cross for Bernardo Silva to head in the second goal before he then fired an extra arrow into Bayern’s hearts to give City a surely unassailable three-goal advantage to take with them to Munich next week.
Will Bayern overturn this victory in grand style?
