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Manchester Evening News
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Alex Brotherton

Erling Haaland the poacher and four other things spotted at Newcastle vs Man City

Manchester City dropped their first points of the Premier League season on Sunday as they played out a six-goal thriller with Newcastle.

Pep Guardiola's side took an early lead at St James' Park courtesy of an Ilkay Gundogan strike, but they had to battle back from 3-1 down in the second half to rescue a point. City were well below their best for much of the contest, with their defence looking alarmingly shaky and disorganised.

There were positives to be had - such as a poacher's finish from Erling Haaland and some moments of brilliance from Kevin de Bruyne - but on the whole City will be frustrated. Here are some key moments from the game.

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