Manchester City secured a critical 2-0 victory against Leicester on Sunday, marking only their second win in 14 games. Concurrently, Nottingham Forest ascended to second place in the Premier League standings.
Despite their recent struggles, Manchester City found the back of the net with Savinho’s first-half strike and an Erling Haaland header after halftime, culminating in a vital three points.
Leicester proved a formidable opponent, with Facundo Buonanotte hitting the post and Jamie Vardy missing a crucial chance when the score was 1-0.
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— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) December 29, 2024City, now fifth in the league, remains 11 points behind leaders Liverpool, who have played two fewer games.
City manager Pep Guardiola acknowledged the win’s importance despite the team’s subpar energy levels and expressed hope for a turnaround in the New Year.
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Meanwhile, Nuno Espirito Santo’s Nottingham Forest secured their fifth consecutive Premier League win by defeating Everton. Chris Wood scored early, and Morgan Gibbs-White added a second, propelling Forest to within five points of Liverpool.
In other matches, Tottenham drew 2-2 with Wolves, Crystal Palace edged Southampton 2-1, and Bournemouth tied 2-2 with Fulham.
