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Manchester City defeated Liverpool 3-0 at Anfield in their first Premier League match since the club's guilty verdict in the ongoing financial charges case. Erling Haaland, Jeremy Doku, and Rayan Cherki scored second-half goals, with Liverpool's Ryan Gravenberch sent off during the match. Liverpool fans protested Manchester City's arrival with chants of 'Cheats, cheats, cheats' at the stadium, reflecting ongoing controversy surrounding the charges against City. The match marks a significant moment in English football as Manchester City continues to play while facing serious allegations over alleged breaches of Premier League financial regulations. The 3-0 victory demonstrates City's on-field dominance despite the off-field turbulence, while the hostile reception from Liverpool supporters underscores the intense scrutiny and criticism the club now faces from rival supporters.