Man City Beat Brentford to Close Gap on Leaders Arsenal

Manchester City maintained their slim Premier League title aspirations with a crucial 3-0 victory over Brentford at the Etihad Stadium. While the match remained goalless for nearly an hour, Jeremy Doku's spectacular strike in the 60th minute broke the deadlock, igniting City's attack. Erling Haaland extended the lead with his 26th league goal of the season, and Omar Marmoush sealed the essential win in stoppage time.

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City closed to two points behind leaders Arsenal, putting pressure back on Mikel Arteta’s team to win at third-bottom West Ham on Sunday.

This result is vital for Pep Guardiola's side, as it narrows the gap to league leaders Arsenal to just two points. The pressure now shifts back to Arsenal, who face West Ham on Sunday. After a disappointing 3-3 draw against Everton earlier in the week, which had put the title destiny in Arsenal's hands, City's win ensures the race continues to the wire. City also holds a game in hand over Arsenal after this weekend's fixtures.

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Doku’s latest dazzling strike broke the deadlock before Erling Haaland bagged his 26th league goal this season.

The performance saw Doku, who has been in impressive form, score his fourth goal in his last three games with a curling effort. Haaland's clinical finish further solidified City's dominance, while Marmoush's late goal capped off a much-needed win. Despite some nervy moments and missed chances earlier in the game, City ultimately delivered a professional performance to keep their title defense alive.

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After their damaging 3-3 draw at Everton on Monday put the destiny of the title in Arsenal’s hands, City did their bit to prolong the drama.