Birthday boy Alvarez helps City beat Burnley

Manchester City`s Argentinian striker Julian Alvarez celebrates after scoring his team first goal during the English Premier League football match between Manchester City and Burnley at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, north west England. Pic/AFP

Julian Alvarez celebrated his 24th birthday in style as the Manchester City striker scored twice to inspire a 3-1 win against Burnley.

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Alvarez bagged his brace in the first half to ensure City had no problems brushing aside outclassed Burnley at the Etihad Stadium. Rodri netted City's third goal after the interval as the EPL champions made it eight successive wins in all competitions. Ameen Al Dakhil's stoppage-time goal was no consolation for Burnley.

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