Manchester City secured a comfortable 3-0 victory over Southampton in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon.

The match was a perfect showcase for Manchester City's attacking prowess as Erling Haaland scored five consecutive goals in the first half alone. The Norwegian forward, who has been in blistering form this season, proved why he is one of the best players in the world. His pace and finishing abilities were on full display as he scored twice from set-pieces and another goal after being played through by Kevin De Bruyne.

Haaland's impressive performance earned him the man-of-the-match award, but it wasn't just his goals that stood out. The striker also provided assists to two other teammates, including Gabriel Jesus, who also scored a goal.

Manchester City's dominance was evident throughout the game as they dominated possession and created numerous chances. They were well organized defensively, thanks to their solid backline led by Benjamin Mendy and Aymeric Laporte.

Despite their dominance, Southampton put up a good fight and had some moments where they could have equalized. However, the Citizens' defensive solidity kept them at bay and ensured they left St Mary's Stadium with all three points.

In conclusion, Manchester City's victory over Southampton was a testament to their attacking prowess and Erling Haaland's exceptional form. The Norwegian forward's five consecutive goals were a highlight of the match and will surely boost his confidence going into the international break. It will be interesting to see how the team performs without Haaland for the next few weeks, but for now, they can rest easy knowing they have secured a crucial win against a strong opponent.