Manchester City breezed past FC Copenhagen on a wet and windy night at the Etihad Stadium to make it three wins from three in the UEFA Champions League.
There was no shock when Erling Haaland opened the scoring on six minutes. The Norwegian found space in the box and slammed past the impressive Grabada in the opposition goal.
Haaland's second was a pure poachers finish, latching on to the loose ball after Sergio Gomez's stinging effort was parried away by the goalkeeper.
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Just before the break, Khocholava turned into his own net and - if it wasn't feeling that way already - three points were all but secure.
Riyad Mahrez from the spot and Julian Alvarez from close range added to the scoreline in the second-half, with the Blues strolling to another emphatic victory at the Etihad Stadium.
Here is what we learned from that stroll in the park:
"Mum... this big Norwegian fella will not stop scoring"
I find myself just giggling whenever Haaland scores at the minute. What an absolute freak. Like it's genuinely ridiculous how good this bloke is.
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Another two emphatic finishes tonight before earning 45 minutes rest - and presumably some of Alfie's strange looking lasagna in the dressing room.
What is Wythenshawe cooking?
If you're not from Manchester and have no idea what I'm talking about, Wythenshawe is a small town in the South of the city and it doesn't half produce some stunning footballers.
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The latest of the production line it City's own Cole Palmer, who produced a masterful 45 minutes tonight. Replacing Haaland at half-time, it was the first meaningful minutes the 20-year-old has had this season and he used them to full effect.
His control of a football is enchanting and the way he can shift instantly into a full sprint is totally unique. It's certainly something Pep Guardiola can utilise this season.
He was unlucky not to score a goal too.
Gomez steps up in Walker's absence
Admittedly not the most challenging 90 minutes of his career, but it did show all the signs that Sergio Gomez will be a massive hit at City.
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The Spaniard was in full flow going forward and played a huge role in two goals tonight. His long range effort forced Copenhagen to turn into their own net once and spill the ball to Haaland on another occasion.
His width is a massive asset for Guardiola, but Gomez is also capable of coming inside and whipping a dangerous ball over the opposition defence.
Manchester City's players celebrate after scoring in the Champions League (PA Images / Alamy)
Grealish does everything but score
It is probably the story of his City career so far, but it was another excellent performance by Jack Grealish that will not be remembered in the history books.
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Link-up play was slick, unselfish too, but he still couldn't get that elusive goal that his display deserved. It'll come though - we won't be playing Zorro in the Copenhagen goal every week.
Grealish in Champions League action (PA Images / Alamy)
Gundo the silent master
Week after week, game after game, Ilkay Gundogan continues to make City's midfield tick. His contract expires at the end of this season, but there's nothing to suggest he can't go on for another 12-24 months if he wants to stick around.
Another flawless display from the German, who maintained a constant tempo in the Copenhagen half.
Topics: Manchester City, Champions League, Pep Guardiola, Erling Haaland, Jack Grealish, Ilkay Gundogan
Harry Siddall