This is considered one of the decisive matches in the championship race between Man City and Arsenal. It is also really important for the home team Everton when the team at Goodison Park is struggling to stay in the league.
Gundogan continues to shine to help Man City reach the finish line
With Kevin de Bruyne rested for the second leg of the Champions League semi-final against Real Madrid next week, City's midfield struggled to cope with Everton's determination. Despite dominating possession, Pep Guardiola's side had to wait until the end of the first half to break the deadlock thanks to Ilkay Gundogan.
The German midfielder opened the scoring for the visitors in the 37th minute after a skillful handling of the ball and a tricky finish with his back to goal. Just two minutes after conceding, Everton conceded another goal after Erling Haaland jumped high to head in a cross from Gundogan. It was the young Norwegian striker's 36th goal in the Premier League this season.
Man City maintained their dominance and Gundogan once again shone with a goal to increase the score to 3-0 in the 51st minute. The goals conceded made coach Sean Dyche's team almost give up and helpless in the hope of finding a goal.
Haaland (right) maintains impressive scoring record
With this victory, Man City took another step towards the championship when they are 4 points ahead of second-placed Arsenal. The Etihad team only needs to win 2 out of the remaining 3 matches of the season to officially be crowned Premier League champions regardless of the achievements of the "Gunners".
Meanwhile, the defeat to Man City means Everton are still facing the risk of relegation as they are only 1 point above the relegation zone after the last 2 rounds. In the same match, Brentford has not given up hope of competing for a European Cup ticket after a 2-0 victory over West Ham.
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