Manchester City posted their biggest-ever Premier League win as a hapless Watford bore the brunt of the relentless champions’ fury on Saturday.
At the Etihad Stadium, it took City just 52 seconds to get off the mark, with the superb Kevin De Bruyne unlocking Watford with a pass for David Silva to break the deadlock.
In the 7th minute, Sergio Aguero converted a penalty and made the lead 2-0. Within five minutes of the goal, Riyad Mahrez scored the third goal for the hosts.
Before the momentum could settle down, Bernanrdo Silva, in the 15th minute, scored the fourth goal for City. Within three minutes of the goal, Nicolas Otamendi scored the fifth.
The sixth and seventh goals were scored by Silva, who completed his hat-trick, and Kevin De Bruyne scored the eighth and last goal for the home side in the 85th minute.
Meanwhile, Leicester City beat Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 at the King Power Stadium.
Talking about other matches, Bournemouth defeated Southampton 3-1, courtesy Nathan Ake (10th minute), Harry Wilson (35th minute) and Callum Wilson (90+5th minute).
Burnley FC defeated Norwich City 2-1 at the Turf Moor Stadium. Sheffield United defeated Everton 2-0 at the Goodison Park.
Meanwhile, Newcastle played goalless draw with Brighton at the St. James’ Park.