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Manchester City closed the gap to the Premier League leaders with an impressive 3-0 victory over rivals Liverpool on Sunday.
Pep Guardiola marked his 1,000th match as a manager with a decisive win, which carries significant importance for the title race.
City approached the game knowing that Arsenal had dropped points against Sunderland on Saturday.
They began the match with a sense of urgency. Erling Haaland had his penalty saved but later scored the opening goal with a header.
Just before the half-time whistle, Nico Gonzalez’s long-range shot deflected off Virgil van Dijk's boot into the net.
Jeremy Doku, who delivered a standout performance, curled in a stunning goal as City clinched all three points.
Guardiola’s side now sits at 22 points, four points behind Arsenal, while Liverpool remains in eighth place with 18 points.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the Manchester City vs. Liverpool match?
The final score was Manchester City 3, Liverpool 0.
Who scored the goals for Manchester City?
Erling Haaland, Nico Gonzalez (own goal), and Jeremy Doku scored the goals for Manchester City.
What significance does this win have for the title race?
This victory puts Manchester City within four points of the Premier League leaders, Arsenal, intensifying the competition for the title.
