Erling Haaland now has a record nine goals in Manchester City’s opening four Premier League matches, eclipsing Wayne Rooney’s previous mark of eight in 2011-12. In an invigorating contest the Norwegian’s double claimed the three points to secure a maximum 12 from 12 for the champions.

The goals were met by what seemed a muted celebration after the recent loss of a close family friend, Ivar Eggja, Haaland informing Pep Guardiola only on Friday that he could play.