Manchester City Defeats Arsenal 4-1

De Bruyne Shines with Two Goals and an Assist

Manchester City secured a dominant 4-1 victory over Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium, strengthening their position in the Premier League title race. Kevin de Bruyne was the standout performer for City, contributing two goals and an assist as the team moved within two points of leaders Arsenal.

City Dominates from the Start

City took control of the match from the opening whistle, pressing the Arsenal defense and creating numerous chances. Erling Haaland opened the scoring for the hosts in the 26th minute, before De Bruyne doubled the lead on the stroke of halftime. Arsenal pulled one back through Bukayo Saka in the second half, but De Bruyne restored City's two-goal advantage with a stunning strike.

Gunners Frustrated

Arsenal struggled to create meaningful opportunities against a resolute City defense. The Gunners' frustration was compounded when Granit Xhaka was sent off for two bookable offenses in the 84th minute. Jack Grealish then netted City's fourth goal in stoppage time to complete the rout.

Title Race Tightens

The victory means that City are now just two points behind Arsenal at the top of the Premier League table. With just six matches remaining, the title race is set to go down to the wire.