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Doubles for Cherki, Haaland as Man City Cruise to 4-1 Win over Palace
On Friday, Manchester City defeated Crystal Palace 4-1 at Selhurst Park, with midfielder Rayan Cherki scoring twice to inspire the dominant rout.
Manager Enzo Maresca benched Cherki for last week's win over Bournemouth, but the 23-year-old responded to the snub with a masterful display that vindicated the decision to start him.
Erling Haaland netted in the 17th and 84th minutes to seal the win, while an own goal from goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma briefly gave Palace a temporary lifeline.
Teenage midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi made his debut following his £86 million transfer from Lille, as City secured two wins from two Premier League matches.
The defeat marks Palace's second successive loss under new manager Pierre Sage, who replaced Oliver Glasner during the close-season.