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Manchester City kept the Premier League title race alive on Saturday with a 3-0 victory over Brentford, driven by another standout performance from Jeremy Doku.
Despite a frustrating first hour at the Etihad Stadium where Pep Guardiola’s side struggled to break down a resilient defence, Doku eventually shattered the deadlock with a brilliant individual effort.
The win narrows the gap at the top to just two points, placing the burden back on leaders Arsenal ahead of their match against West Ham.
The match began with a series of missed opportunities and uncharacteristic errors, notably from goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, whose near-costly mistake almost handed Brentford an early lead.
Erling Haaland also uncharacteristically missed several clear chances in the first half, leading to audible frustration from the home supporters.
However, the momentum shifted in the 60th minute when Doku seized a rebound and curled a spectacular strike into the top corner, marking his fourth goal in three matches.
City eventually found their rhythm in the closing stages, with Erling Haaland netting his 26th league goal of the season via a clever close-range back-heel.
Substitute Omar Marmoush added a third in stoppage time, a goal that could prove vital as it brings City’s goal difference within one of Arsenal’s.
While the Gunners still control their own destiny, City’s victory ensures the title fight will continue as they head into a mid-week clash with Crystal Palace and the upcoming FA Cup final.
