Manchester City keeps up the pressure at the top

In the 31st week of the English Premier League, Manchester City defeated Crystal Palace 4-2 away from home, matching the points of league leaders Liverpool with a game in hand and continuing their pursuit of the top spot.

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Manchester City keeps up the pressure at the top

Manchester City faced Crystal Palace away from home. Falling behind in the 3rd minute to a goal by Jean-Philippe Mateta, City went into the break tied at 1-1 thanks to a goal from Kevin De Bruyne.

Bringing the score to 4-1 with goals from Rico Lewis in the 47th minute, Erling Haaland in the 66th minute, and Kevin De Bruyne in the 70th minute, Manchester City could not prevent a goal from Odsonne Edouard in the 86th minute and won the match 4-2.

INCREASED THEIR POINTS TO 70

With this match, the Blues increased their points to 70, tied with leaders Liverpool, and continued their pursuit of the top spot.

Finishing the match against Crystal Palace with 2 goals and 1 assist, 32-year-old footballer Kevin De Bruyne celebrated his 100th goal in all competitions wearing the Manchester City jersey.

The Belgian footballer, who has been playing for City for 9 seasons, has found the back of the net a total of 100 times, including 67 in the Premier League, 15 in the UEFA Champions League, 8 in the FA Cup, and 10 in the League Cup.

HAALAND SCORED AFTER 34 DAYS

Erling Haaland, who is at the top of the Premier League Golden Boot race, recorded his 19th league goal of the season with his goal against Crystal Palace. The Norwegian star footballer succeeded in scoring in the league after a 34-day hiatus.

Haaland last celebrated a goal in the league during their home match against Manchester United in the 27th week.

News Source: İHA