Manchester City cruised to a 4-1 win over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, with Rayan Cherki and Erling Haaland each scoring twice to ensure Pierre Sage's managerial debut at the south London club ended in defeat.

Cherki was the standout performer on the afternoon, netting a rapid-fire brace that helped City seize control of the contest and kill off any hope of a Palace comeback. Haaland, ever reliable in front of goal, added his own double to round out a dominant display from the visitors.

The result leaves Manchester City in perfect form, continuing a run of convincing victories that has underlined their title credentials. For Crystal Palace, the defeat represents a sobering start for Sage, who had been appointed to turn the club's fortunes around.