{
  "id": 15243839,
  "title": "Erling Haaland to the fore as Manchester City set Premier League record",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/17/erling-haaland-to-the-fore-as-manchester-city-set-premier-league-15243839",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-17T17:19:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/football/2026/10/17/erling-haaland-to-the-fore-as-manchester-city-set-premier-league-record/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Manchester City secured their seventh consecutive Premier League victory, netting a 3-2 win over Ipswich Town on Saturday. Erling Haaland, the prolific striker, scored both of City's goals, with Phil Foden opening the scoring and Haaland adding a second before halftime. Daizen Maeda equalized for Ipswich, but Haaland sealed the win with a second goal in the 69th minute. This win pushed City to a six-point lead at the top of the table, marking their first time ever to achieve a seven-game winning streak at the beginning of a Premier League season. The victory at the Etihad Stadium, in front of home fans sporting inflatable bananas, was a testament to City's dominance. Haaland's 100th non-penalty goal in the competition, achieved in just 139 appearances, was celebrated online. Despite financial misconduct allegations and an ongoing appeal, City remains focused on the pitch, with new manager Enzo Maresca receiving positive feedback from his players, including Phil Foden.",
  "summary": "Manchester City secured their seventh straight win in the Premier League as Erling Haaland scored twice in a 3-2 win over Ipswich Town on Saturday. Haaland scored a brace after Phil Foden scored the opener, which was cancelled out by Daizen Maeda, as Enzo Maresca 's side moved six points clear at the top of the table. City thus made it seven straight wins at the start of the Premier League – the…",
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        "outlet": "The National UAE",
        "title": "Erling Haaland to the fore as Manchester City set Premier League record",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/17/erling-haaland-to-the-fore-as-manchester-city-set-premier-league",
        "published": "2026-10-17T17:19:50.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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