
Manchester City defeated Chelsea 3-0, narrowing the gap with Premier League leaders Arsenal. The goals came from Nico O’Reilly, Marc Guehi, and Jeremy Doku after a scoreless first half.
Manchester City close gap on Arsenal with comfortable win over Chelsea
Manchester City closed the gap on Premier League leaders Arsenal with a 3-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
City failed to find the back of the net in the first half but scored three after the break through Nico O’Reilly, Marc Guehi and Jeremy Doku.
Rayan Cherki’s pinpoint cross was headed in by O’Reilly to open the scoring before Cherki notched another assist for the second, playing in Marc Guehi to slot past Robert Sanchez.
And Doku rounded off a comfortable win by firing past the Chelsea goalkeeper.
City still have a game in hand on Arsenal and will face their title rivals at the Etihad next week.
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The key moments included Nico O’Reilly's opening goal from Rayan Cherki's cross, followed by Marc Guehi's goal assisted by Cherki, and Jeremy Doku's contribution to seal the victory.
Manchester City's win reduces the points gap between them and league leaders Arsenal, enhancing their chances in the title race.


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