Man City demolish Brighton to close the gap for title race.
Written by Zenna Issa on April 26, 2024
The Cityzens were on fire, dispatching Brighton away from home with ease to close the gap on Arsenal at the top of the table
Manchester City’s victory over Brighton indeed adds to the excitement in the Premier League race.
Being just one point behind Arsenal with a game in hand gives City a strong position to challenge for the top spot.
Goals from Kevin de Bruyne, Julian Alvarez, and a brace from Phil Foden were enough to earn a convincing win for Manchester City against the Seagulls to close the gap between themselves and Arsenal.
How it happened
Manchester City’s performance against Brighton showcased their attacking prowess and ability to capitalize on defensive lapses.
Despite Brighton threatening on the break, City’s relentless pressure led to three quick goals before the 35-minute mark, setting the tone for their dominance in the match.
Kevin De Bruyne’s opening goal, followed by a deflected Phil Foden free-kick and a clinical finish by Foden again, highlighted City’s efficiency in front of goal.
The fourth goal, scored by Julián Álvarez, further emphasized City’s depth and determination to secure the win.
City’s ability to control the game after taking a sizable lead demonstrates their maturity and tactical awareness.
They managed the game well in the second half, ensuring Brighton couldn’t gain any momentum to stage a comeback.
City’s combination of attacking flair, defensive stability, and squad depth positions them as serious contenders in the title race.
With their current form and only one point behind Arsenal, City are well-poised to challenge for the top spot as the season progresses.
It will be intriguing to see how they maintain this momentum and handle upcoming fixtures in their pursuit of the Premier League title.