Manchester City cruised to a comfortable 3-0 victory over Fulham at the Etihad Stadium in the Premier League on February 12, 2026. The win kept the pressure on the league leaders as City displayed their trademark attacking fluency and defensive solidity. Erling Haaland opened the scoring with a trademark poacher's finish in the 22nd minute, before Kevin De Bruyne doubled the lead with a stunning long-range strike just before halftime. Phil Foden added a third in the second half, finishing off a flowing team move. Fulham offered little threat, with City's goalkeeper largely untested throughout the 90 minutes. The three points were vital for City's title challenge, keeping them within touching distance of the top, while Fulham remained in a secure mid-table position. Pep Guardiola praised his team's "focus and intensity," while Fulham's manager acknowledged they were "beaten by a superior side."