Omar Marmoush’s 14-minute hat-trick propelled Manchester City to a dominant 4-0 victory over Newcastle at the Etihad, giving them an edge in the Champions League qualification race.
The game was effectively decided in the first half, with Marmoush’s impressive display catching Newcastle off guard.
City’s direct approach paid off as goalkeeper Ederson launched a 60-yard pass to Marmoush, who calmly lobbed Martin Dubravka for the opener.
Marmoush doubled his tally five minutes later, beating Dubravka at his near post. He completed his hat-trick before halftime, sweeping home from Savinho’s cutback with ease.
To rub salt in Newcastle’s wounds, substitute James McAtee scored a simple fourth from a corner, sealing City’s convincing win ahead of their midweek trip to Real Madrid.
