In a thrilling encounter in the English Premier League, Manchester City claimed a vital 2-1 victory against Liverpool, despite trailing for a significant portion of the match. The match had a tense atmosphere, especially after Liverpool took the lead with a stunning free-kick from Dominik Szoboszlai in the 74th minute. However, Manchester City, under the guidance of Pep Guardiola, demonstrated resilience by equalizing through Bernardo Silva, who scored in the 84th minute to revitalize the competition.

Despite Liverpool's early advantage, City's late dominance was highlighted by Erling Haaland converting a penalty in added time (90+3 minutes), sealing the win and ensuring City remained firmly in the title race while the Reds suffered a setback in their pursuit of Champions League qualification. The match was particularly significant as it featured a critical red card for Szoboszlai, who was dismissed for a last-ditch foul in the closing stages, further complicating Liverpool's efforts to secure points from this match.

With this result, Manchester City continues to chase leaders Arsenal, sitting six points behind them, making every match increasingly important as the season progresses. Meanwhile, Liverpool's loss means they must reevaluate their strategies in light of this missed opportunity to gain crucial points in their Champions League quest, showcasing the intensely competitive nature of the Premier League this season.