Man City edge Arsenal to take control of Premier League title race

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Manchester City boosted their title ambitions with a crucial 2-1 victory over Arsenal on Sunday, closing the gap on the league leaders to just three points.

In a match that could prove decisive in the Premier League title race, City showed resilience and quality, especially in the second half where they turned the tide in their favour.

The decisive moment came from Erling Haaland, who netted the winning goal after the break to seal all three points for Pep Guardiola’s side.

With this result, Manchester City have firmly seized momentum in the race for the title and could move to the top of the table if they secure victory against Burnley in their upcoming midweek fixture.

The win not only tightens the standings but also increases pressure on Arsenal, who have led the table for much of the season but now face a serious challenge from the reigning champions.