Kevin De Bruyne played a part in five goals as Pep Guardiola’s side put on a sensational display to move clear at the top of the Premier League.
While the goals were shared around between Gabriel Jesus (2), Raheem Sterling, David Silva, Fernandinho, Leroy Sane and Bernardo Silva, it was De Bruyne’s name chanted loudest by the fans who gave him a standing ovation when he was replaced in the second half.
In contrast to the dull goalless draw played by Manchester United at Anfield earlier in the day, City were irrepressible and reminiscent of Guardiola’s Barcelona team at their best.