Cherki scores twice but calls display 's***' in Man City win

Rayan Cherki starred with two goals but stunned fans by calling his performance 's***' in a post-match interview.

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What happened. Rayan Cherki scored twice in the second half as Manchester City beat Crystal Palace 4-1, with Erling Haaland also netting a brace. Cherki later described his performance as 's***' in a post-match interview, forcing Sky Sports to apologise for his language.

• Cherki's first goal came after skillful footwork past defenders, his second a long-range strike with a deflection.
• Manager Enzo Maresca praised Cherki's overall performance, especially his work off the ball.
• Cherki said he wanted to prove himself after nearly being substituted.

“My performance is so-so. In the first half, we didn't find the space, and I played so s***.”

— Rayan Cherki

City have two wins from two under new boss Enzo Maresca, who replaced Pep Guardiola.

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