The striker was on target in the win at Brentford and reflected on a positive reaction from fans.
The Lions were again a sight to behold after recovering from an inauspicious start against Carlton at the Gabba
This was football as Manchester City once knew: a deep-lying defence, goal-kicks launched up to Erling Haaland and on the touchline, Pep Guardiola beseeching the home fans to raise the intensity as the clock wound down and a lead had to be preserved.