Video: EPL - Etihad glows as Man City eased past Arsenal 3 - 0, David Luis sent off

Raheem Sterling opened scoring for Manchester City as they defeated Arsenal 3 - 0 inside the Etihad Stadium. Photo: Getty via Express

Video 👇 After more than three months of break as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, top flight football has restarted in England and Manchester City have taken down their first challenge with a 3 - 0 home win.

Aston Villa - Sheffield United, the first fixture of the day ended goalless at the Villa Park.

English pro winger Raheem Sterling who is a strong supporter of #BlackLivesMatter campaign, inspired the citizens to their first victory after the coronavirus break.

Belgian midfielder Kevin de Bruyne was vote Man Of The Match 👏 👇

As voted for by our #WNRH viewers, a MOTM masterclass by @DeBruyneKev tonight! 👏

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According to Express, Riyad Mahrez got the wrong side of Luiz as he burst into the box and the ex-Chelsea defender put his hand on the Algerian's back. Referee Anthony Taylor ruled he had pushed him to the ground, awarding a penalty and sending off Luiz.

With ease, Belgium international Kevin de Bruyne converted the spot-kick to make it two for the hosts against 10-man Arsenal.

Full-Time: Man City 3 - 0 Arsenal 👇