Manchester City took a commanding step towards their fourth consecutive Premier League title with a resounding 4-0 victory over Fulham, propelled by Josko Gvardiol’s brace and Phil Foden’s goal.
City’s title hopes are within touching distance, needing just two more wins to secure the championship. Their triumph at Fulham, coupled with Arsenal’s upcoming matches, could see City clinch the title as early as Tuesday against Tottenham.
Gvardiol opened the scoring for City after a slick move involving Kevin De Bruyne, putting City ahead early in the game. Fulham struggled to gain momentum, and City capitalized on their dominance when Foden doubled the lead with a precise shot just before the hour mark.
Gvardiol extended City’s lead with a well-timed finish from Bernardo Silva’s cross, showcasing his recent goal-scoring prowess. Fulham’s woes deepened with Issa Diop’s late red card and a subsequent penalty converted by Julian Alvarez.
Manchester City’s surge towards the title continues, placing them two points clear of Arsenal with two matches remaining. Fulham, on the other hand, remains in 13th place after the defeat.
The victory marks another significant step for City in their pursuit of history, aiming to become the first team to secure four consecutive Premier League titles. The focus now shifts to Arsenal’s crucial clash with Manchester United, with City eyeing a decisive fixture against Tottenham on Tuesday.
Josko Gvardiol’s standout performance earned him recognition as the player of the match, highlighting his pivotal role in City’s title charge.
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