Manchester City F.C. boosted their Premier League title charge with a 2–1 victory over Arsenal F.C. at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday, April 19, 2026.
City took the lead in the 16th minute through Rayan Cherki, who finished a well-worked move to put the hosts ahead. Arsenal responded in the 31st minute when Kai Havertz capitalised on a goalkeeping error by Gianluigi Donnarumma to level the score at 1–1.
The decisive moment came in the 65th minute when Erling Haaland struck from close range to restore City’s lead and secure all three points.
Arsenal pushed for an equaliser in the closing stages but were unable to break down City’s defence, as Pep Guardiola’s side held on for a crucial win that tightens the Premier League title race.
The result leaves City within touching distance of the league leaders as the season enters its final stretch.
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