Semenyo got his first goals of the season as he emphatically smashed home two strikes either side of half-time in a rollercoaster encounter at the Etihad Stadium.
He also claimed an assist for Rayan Cherki’s goal in a win that moves us three points clear at the top of the Premier League.
It was another impressive performance from the attacker as we made it seven wins out of seven in all competitions.
And the City boss is happy with his wide options with Jérémy Doku returning from injury and Iliman Ndiaye making a key contribution in the win over the Black Cats.
“[He was] very important but it’s not just because he scored two goals,” Maresca said in his postmatch news conference.
“Also when he didn’t score, he was good. Palace away, assist for Erling [Haaland] and at home [against Coventry] too. It’s not just about goals.
“For sure, in terms of wingers at the end it’s the final product. Jeremy played the balls inside and Iliman also played quite well.”
Watch the full press conference in the video above…
Come and see City in October!
It’s set to be a bumper October at the Etihad Stadium, with five men’s home games across the Premier League, Champions League and Carabao Cup.
We take on the Champions League holders in Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday 14 October and the Greek Super League champions AEK Athens on Tuesday 20 October with both kick-off times are 20:00 (UK).
Ipswich and Brighton visit in the Premier League, with the Seagulls also in town in the fourth round of the League Cup.
And you can be here to see these matches with stadium seating or a range of hospitality packages available.
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