Manchester City majestically walked into a 4-1 triumph at Bournemouth on Saturday 25 February, 2023, to keep in touch with Arsenal at the top of the Premier League table.
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Manchester City players celebrate 4-1 Premier League victory at Bournemouth on Saturday 25 February, 2023. Photo: @ManCity |
Pep Guardiola’s side opened scoring in the 15th minute through Julian Alvarez and in the 29th minute, Erling Braut Haaland found the back of the net to make it two for the visitors.
Phil Foden made it three on the stroke of halftime, and Alvarez’ shot just six minutes into the second half was deflected by Chris Mepham into the net of the Cherries.
In the 83rd minute, Jefferson Lerma pulled one back for the hosts.
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β Manchester City (@ManCity) February 25, 2023
With this outcome, Manchester City are second with 55 points, 2 points close to toppers, Arsenal, while Bournemouth remain stuck in the red zone with, on the 19th spot with 21 points.
Haaland has netted 27 premier league goals so far this season β¬οΈ
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β Manchester City (@ManCity) February 25, 2023