On Sunday, the 3rd round of the English Premier League was completed. Today, the last two matches of the round were played.
The first match took place at "The Hawthortns" stadium, where "West Brom" hosted the players of "Middlesbrough." After more than 90 minutes, the teams could not clarify their relationships, and the match ended in a goalless draw.
Aitor Karanka's players spent more time with the ball, but did not have more dangerous opportunities. "West Brom" took more shots, but none reached the goal.
"West Brom" with 4 points currently ranks 10th, while "Middlesbrough", collecting 6 points, occupies the 6th position.
The last match was played at the "Etihad" stadium, where the hosts, "Manchester City" players, tried to achieve their third consecutive victory. Pep Guardiola's players exceeded the injuries-suffering "West Ham" team with a score of 3-1.
From the beginning of the match, the "City" took the initiative and created more dangerous attacks. In the 7th minute, the hosts took the lead when Raheem Sterling sent the ball into the opponent's goal after a great pass from Nolito.
The "Man City" players did not have to wait long for another goal - Fernandinho scored with a header after a set-piece.
In the second half, the opponents from London managed to reduce the gap. Michael Antonio was accurate. "West Ham" did not create more serious chances for the remainder of the time, and R. Sterling sealed the final point in the 92nd minute, completing a brace after a beautiful run towards the opponent's goal.
In the Premier League, the clear leaders so far are three teams - "Man City," "Man Utd," and London's "Chelsea."
Results:
"West Brom" 0 - 0 "Middlesbrough"
"Man City" 3 - 1 "West Ham"
7' [1 - 0] R. Sterling
18' [2 - 0] Fernandinho
58' [2 - 1] M. Antonio
90' [3 - 1] R. Sterling
Tournament table:
