Omar Marmoush was the star of the show, scoring a remarkable first-half hat-trick that left Newcastle United reeling. The Egyptian forward opened the scoring with a brilliant lob over Newcastle's goalkeeper Martin Dubravka, following a long ball from Ederson. Marmoush then doubled the lead by swerving past a defender to slot the ball into the bottom corner. His third goal was a composed finish from the center of the box, completing a 14-minute hat-trick that effectively sealed the game for City before halftime[1][2].

While City's victory was comprehensive, it was not without its concerns. Erling Haaland, who captained the team for the first time, was forced to leave the pitch late in the game with a knee injury. Manager Pep Guardiola appeared cautiously optimistic, stating, "When he was down, everyone was scared but he got up and walked smiling like always." However, the extent of Haaland's injury remains uncertain, and with crucial fixtures against Real Madrid and Liverpool on the horizon, his potential absence could be a significant blow for City[1][2].

Newcastle United struggled defensively throughout the match, unable to contain City's relentless attack. Despite a solid start, the Magpies quickly found themselves on the back foot after Marmoush's first goal. Newcastle's defense, led by Kieran Trippier, was unable to cope with City's pace and precision, leading to a disappointing performance. Manager Eddie Howe will need to address these defensive frailties as Newcastle look to bounce back in their upcoming fixture against Nottingham Forest[1][2].