Felipe Caicedo is delighted with his goal scoring form for Manchester City.
The 20-year-old striker from Ecuador struck twice in the first half of City's 5-1 Boxing Day thrashing, making it three goals in just over a week following his late consolation strike against Real Racing Club in Santander.
Caicedo told City's website: "I am really happy, it has been a hard year for me but I knew could make it into the first team here. I have had to be patient, but I was determined to make the most of my chance when it came.
"My team mates have been very supportive of me, and I could not have got my goals without their help. The Manager and the coaches have also shown faith in me, so I wanted to show everyone what I could do when picked.
"Training has been hard work but it's enjoyable, and I hoped that if I kept doing well in training then I would get a chance. There are some good strikers here, but if I can get some more goals I hope to keep my place in the team."