A Godlike Man!
The Times used this as the headline on its front page the next day. The accompanying cover photo captured Su Dong's back as he leaped into the air and struck a volley from the side, with the stunned defenders and Arsenal goalkeeper frozen in the background.
In its report, the authoritative British newspaper gave Su Dong extremely high praise, declaring that his goal could almost certainly be considered the finest goal in the Premier League this season so far.
Whether it was his instant reaction after Mertesacker's headed clearance, his subsequent lob past the defender, or his leap into the air before turning and striking a side volley, the entire sequence showcased Su Dong's astonishing all-around ability.
"Three Arsenal defenders surrounded him, yet not one of them could stop him in time. None of them expected him to produce a goal that could be called a work of art."
The Times believed that Su Dong's brace had helped Man City claim their fourteenth consecutive Premier League victory of the season, matching Arsenal's record for the longest winning streak in Premier League history. For Man City, it was a match worth remembering.
Scoring such a goal in a match like this held special significance for both Su Dong and Man City, while the three points essentially meant that Man City had already secured the first-half title.
"Over the next few matches, aside from their trip to Stamford Bridge to face Chelsea, Man City will encounter few challenges. With their Champions League qualification already secured, there may be no team capable of stopping Man City in December."
"This team may even win the Premier League first-half title with a perfect record. It is an unbelievable achievement!"
The Times also reviewed Man City's results this season. It believed that the