Manchester City put on a masterclass at Selhurst Park, securing a 4-1 victory thanks to a brace from Erling Haaland (17′, 84′) and a double from Rayan Cherki (54′, 59′). Maresca’s side controlled 72% possession, with Cherki and Phil Foden combining brilliantly in midfield and Haaland opening his league tally with an outstanding header.

City completed massive late deadline window transfers, adding midfielder Enzo Fernandez (€145m) and winger Ndiaye from Everton (€70m), both ready to feature. Matheus Nunes has recovered, though Jeremy Doku remains sidelined due to injury.

• Over 2.5 goals scored in 8 of their last 10 official matches.
• Both Teams To Score (Goal/Goal) in 4 of their last 6 home matches.
• Perfect 2/2 win record to start the Premier League campaign.

Coventry suffered a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Hull City on Matchday 2, conceding an 82nd-minute goal from Millar on the counter-attack. Despite dominating the first half with new forward Awoniyi and holding 72% possession in the second half, Lampard’s side struggled to generate clear-cut opportunities against a deep defensive line.

On Deadline Day, Coventry signed winger Gboho from Toulouse. On-loan 18-year-old central defender Mfuni joined from Manchester City, though he is ineligible to play against his parent club today.

• Over 2.5 goals scored in 5 of their last 6 official matches.
• No Goal (clean sheet for at least one side) in 5 of their last 7 away matches.
• Failed to score in 3 consecutive matches against Hull City.