Pep's got a new engine for City's machine: impeccable Reijnders crushes Wolves
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Reading Time: 3min | Sat. 16.08.25. | 21:29
The Dutch midfielder seems capable of filling Kevin de Bruyne's shoes. At least, that's what he hinted at Molineux today
Since day one at the Etihad, Pep Guardiola has had his leaders on the pitch, almost assistants in a Manchester City shirt.
One of the most prominent names on that list was Kevin de Bruyne, who left the Cityzens in this transfer window, leaving such a hole in the team. Thankfully for the Sky Blues' fans, it seems that Pep has found a perfect successor for KDB - Tijjani Reijnders!
To the rest of the Premier League,
— City Xtra (@City_Xtra) August 16, 2025
We present to you: Tijjani Reijnders.
Enjoy x pic.twitter.com/KYM5E9ytCE
The 27-year-old Dutch midfielder, who joined Manchester City from AC Milan, shone in his Premier League debut on Saturday at Molineux, leading City to a statement 4-0 away win.
Reijnders showcased a unique set of skills, but also the confidence to be a true leader of his side.
We would even go so far as to say that we don't remember a Manchester City player who impacted more the team and the result on his debut for the club than Reijnders did. Only Sergio Aguero could stand neck-to-neck with the Dutch midfielder, as he also scored a goal and recorded an assist on his Man City EPL debut in 2011.
After quite a dull opening to the game in the first half an hour, Reijnders brilliantly chipped a through-ball for Rico Lewis, who found Erling Haaland on the far post for a routine tap-in and 1-0.
Erling Haaland does Erling Haaland things to get @ManCity up and running 🤖
— Premier League (@premierleague) August 16, 2025
Then three minutes later, Tijjani Reijnders pokes in a debut goal ✌️ pic.twitter.com/0yEHSkMwMX
Just a few moments later and the visitors doubled the lead, this time through Reijnders himself. He slotted it into the far corner beyond the reach of Jose Sa, just to prove he could also be a serious scorer, just like KDB.
Finally, the former Rossonerri sealed his perfect performance with a lovely back cross to Haaland, for the Norwegian's brace around the hour mark.
Tijjani Reijnders şov devam ediyor. Resmen De Bruyne canlanıyor gözümde.. pic.twitter.com/UxeXFtVXOn
— Cemil (@cmltekin) August 16, 2025
Another recent signing, Rayan Cherki, proved this transfer window has been as good as it gets for the Cityzens. His powerful strike ended in the back of the Wolves' net for a statement 4-0 win.
ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE - MATCHDAY 1
Friday
Liverpool - Bournemouth 4-2 (1-0)
/Ekitike 37, Gakpo 49, Chiesa 88, Salah 90+4 - Semenyo 64,76/
Saturday
Aston Villa - Newcastle 0-0
Brighton - Fulham 1-1 (0-0)
/O'Riley 55 pen - Muniz 90+6/
Sunderland - West Ham 3-0 (0-0)
/Mayenda 61, Ballard 73, Isidor 90+2/
Tottenham - Burnley 3-0 (1-0)
/Richarlison 10,60 Johnson 66/
Wolverhampton - Manchester City 0-4 (0-2)
/Haaland 34,61 Reijnders 37, Cherki 81/
Sunday
16.00: (1.63) Chelsea (3.80) Crystal Palace (5.70)
16.00: (2.20) Nott.Forest (3.40) Brentford (3.30)
18.30: (3.60) Man.Utd. (3.50) Arsenal (2.15)
Monday
22.00: (2.50) Leeds (3.25) Everton (2.90)
***odds are subject to change***
