Eight-goal thriller at the Etihad! Semenyo double helps Manchester City survive Brian Brobbey hat-trick and Sunderland scare

Manchester City maintained their perfect start to the Premier League season after surviving a major scare in a chaotic 5-3 victory over Sunderland at the Etihad Stadium. Antoine Semenyo led the way in attack for Enzo Maresca’s side, who moved three points clear of Arsenal at the top of the table after a match defined by clinical finishing and defensive fragility.

Maresca’s side secured their fifth consecutive victory of the campaign, ensuring they remain the only team in the division with a 100 per cent record. Semenyo proved to be the difference-maker, finding the back of the net twice to dampen Sunderland's hopes of a massive upset. The home side also saw Enzo Fernandez, Rayan Cherki and Erling Haaland get on the scoresheet during a high-octane encounter that kept the Etihad crowd on the edge of their seats throughout the afternoon.