Guardiola hails Haaland's 'unbelievable' form as City thrash Ipswich
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Erling Haaland scored a hat-trick as Manchester City staged an impressive comeback to defeat newly-promoted Ipswich 4-1.
After Sammie Szmodics gave the visitors an early lead, City responded with a rapid-fire trio of goals in just three minutes and eleven seconds.
Haaland scored twice, with Kevin De Bruyne's composed finish sandwiched in between, to quickly turn the tables on Ipswich. Haaland sealed his hat-trick with a precise late strike, bringing his career total to 23.
Man City manager Pep Guardiola, speaking to BBC Sport commended his players for delivering the win a spectacular way.
He said: "It was a good game. We started really well. With the transition they made a good goal but we played really, really well. I am really pleased to start the season that way."
On striker Erling Haaland's hat-trick: "He is so reliable on penalties. Assist for the second, fantastic for the third. Last season he struggled a lot, especially at the beginning. He felt tired and niggles most of the time. This time with the rest with no Euros he has arrived with a good vibe. The numbers are unbelievable."
On Ilkay Gundogan's return: "I was not thinking to let him play. They are a good threat in the transitions. Gundogan reads the game perfectly. Incredible welcome from everyone. I am happy because I know he is incredibly satisfied to be back."
On whether Savinho has settled into the team quicker than expected: "Yes. Not just the minutes but he played really good. The second half dropped a little but but his contribution offensively and defensively was really good. "