Manchester City has made a soaring start to the 2025/26 Premier League season. They opened the league with an emphatic 4-0 win over Wolves at Molineux, with the team looking top-notch, with Erling Haaland scoring twice and debutant Tijjani Reijnders making an instant impact with a goal.
Also, Rayan Cherki impressed off the bench, finding the net on his first appearance.
City’s solid form left Wolves struggling and the world wondering!
[Trending] Flying Start to the 2025/26 Season
Haaland and Reijnders dazzled fans with their goals and brilliance, while Cherki added extra sparkle on his debut.
On the opening day, Manchester City got off to a blistering start in the 2025/26 Premier League with a commanding 4-0 away victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Erling Haaland opened the scoring in the 34th minute of the match against Wolves with a tap-in finish at the back post after a precise low cross from Rico Lewis.
Just three minutes later, in the 37th minute, Tijjani Reijnders doubled City’s lead with a confident first-time finish following a clever run onto a through ball by Oscar Bobb.
Haaland then scored his second goal in the 61st minute, following a great team move with Reijnders and Bobb, beating Wolves’ goalkeeper Jose Sa..
Rayan Cherki capped off the scoring in the 81st minute with a clinical strike on his Premier League debut to seal a 4-0 victory.
This dominant win placed City at the top of the league table immediately after the first round of matches.
[ Report] Debutants Make a Big Impact in a Dominant Win
The performances from newcomers Tijjani Reijnders and Rayan Cherki made a huge impact, sending a clear message about the strength and depth of their squad this season.
Who is Tijjani Reijnders?
Tijjani Reijnders, a 27-year-old midfielder from Zwolle, Netherlands, impressed at AC Milan before joining Manchester City this season.
Reijnders began his career in the youth setups at FC Twente and PEC Zwolle, making his professional debut with PEC Zwolle in 2017.
He then moved to AZ Alkmaar, where from 2018 to 2023 he became a regular first-team player, appearing in 96 matches and scoring 9 goals, while also spending a short loan spell at RKC Waalwijk in 2019–2020.
Likewise, he played 73 matches, contributing 13 goals, during his stint at Milan from 2023 to 2025.
At the international level, Reijnders made his senior debut for the Netherlands in September 2023 and was part of the Dutch squad at UEFA Euro 2024.
Rising French Talent Making Waves in Football
Rayan Cherki is a product of Lyon who originally began his youth career at Saint-Priest in 2009 before joining Lyon’s youth ranks in 2010, where he developed his skills for nearly a decade.
Cherki made his senior debut with Lyon B in 2019, scoring 5 goals in 13 appearances, and quickly progressed to the first team. He featured in 146 matches for Lyon, contributing 14 goals between 2019 and 2025. He was one of the club’s brightest young talents.
Internationally, he has represented France at various youth levels and made his senior team debut in June 2025, scoring and assisting in his first game.
He joined Manchester City on a five-year contract on 10 June 2025 and is already making a big impact.
Match Highlights
Wolves 0-4 Man City
34′ ⚽️ Erling Haaland
37′ ⚽️ Tijjani Reijnders
61′ ⚽️ Erling Haaland
81′ ⚽️ Rayan Cherki#WOLMCIpic.twitter.com/CSb4VX90UG https://t.co/1xFFQIGDS2— HF World (@hfworld_) August 17, 2025
Amit Mishra’s Take
Manchester City is in blistering form. Indeed, they already had a solid squad, but their new signing is the cherry on top. With this level of talent and depth, City looks unstoppable this season. This was just the opening; let’s see what more they have to offer.
FAQS
- Who scored for Manchester City in the 4-0 win over Wolves?
Erling Haaland scored twice, Tijjani Reijnders scored on his debut, and Rayan Cherki added another goal after coming off the bench. - How did Reijnders and Cherki do on their debuts?
Reijnders scored once and gave two assists, while Cherki scored a great goal as a substitute. Both had a big impact. - What did this win mean for City in the league table?
The 4-0 victory put Manchester City straight to the top of the Premier League after the first round of games. - Who is Tijjani Reijnders?
Reijnders is a 27-year-old Dutch midfielder. He used to play for PEC Zwolle, AZ Alkmaar, and AC Milan. He joined Manchester City before this season and also plays for the Netherlands national team. - How did the Wolves play in the match?
Wolves started well and even had a goal ruled out for offside, but their defense struggled after City’s first goal. In the end, they couldn’t keep up with City’s pace and quality.
