Manchester City secured an away victory against Burnley on Sunday, with Erling Haaland scoring in his fifth league goal of the season to give the hosts a comfortable lead. The match was played at Turf Moor and saw the English champions continue their impressive run of form under Pep Guardiola.

Haaland's performance was particularly noteworthy as he has scored five goals in five league games this season, including two hat-tricks. His ability to score consistently from both inside and outside the box is a testament to his talent and versatility as a striker.

The match started with Burnley looking to mount a comeback after being held to a 1-1 draw at home to Liverpool earlier in the week. However, Manchester City dominated possession and were able to exploit Burnley's lack of depth in midfield.

In the first half, Manchester City controlled the tempo of play, with Haaland creating several chances for himself and his teammates. He had a close call when he hit the crossbar with a shot that went just wide, but it was enough to keep him at the forefront of the conversation.

In the second half, Manchester City extended their lead through Haaland's goal. The Norwegian forward took advantage of a corner kick and volleyed the ball into the net, giving the hosts a 2-0 advantage. This was Haaland's fifth league goal of the season and his fourth hat-trick in the Premier League.

Burnley tried to rally late in the game, but Manchester City remained composed and maintained their advantage. The final whistle blew, and Manchester City celebrated their hard-fought win, which moves them up to third place in the Premier League table.

This result comes at a crucial time for Manchester City, who are currently top of the league standings and looking to maintain their dominance over the rest of the season. With Haaland continuing to perform at such a high level, Manchester City will be well-equipped to take on any challenge that comes their way.