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Manchester City delivered a dominant performance, scoring three quick goals to defeat a ten‑man Liverpool in their first league outing after the Premier League’s guilty verdict over financial breaches. The win not only underscores City’s on‑field strength but also comes as the club prepares an appeal, while Liverpool’s management stresses the need for a conclusive ruling to protect the sport’s integrity. The result sets the tone for a season where City will look to cement their dominance amid off‑field turmoil, and Liverpool will aim to regroup after a rare defeat. [[1, 2, 3]]