In the final match of the 25th round of the English Premier League, held on Saturday, there was no victor. The exciting derby duel took place at the Etihad Stadium, featuring the dynamic football players of Manchester City and their rivals from Chelsea. The match concluded with a score of 1-1, leaving both teams on equal footing.
The Chelsea team showcased a commendable performance, exhibiting smart and dense defense strategies. They were also a serious threat to the host team, Manchester City, particularly during counterattacks. One of these counterattacks led to a goal for the guest team, changing the score to 1-0 in the 42nd minute of the game. The goal was scored by Sterling, a former Manchester City player, adding an extra layer of excitement to the match.
The visitors from London mounted a significant siege on the goal only towards the end of the game. Haaland missed a major opportunity in the 78th minute, heading over the goal from a close range. However, it was Manchester City who managed to even the score just five minutes later. Rodri took a shot from 15 meters away and successfully scored for 1-1. Despite the home team’s persistent pressure till the end of the game, they were unable to secure a winning point.
The Croatian national team player, Mateo Kovačić, was on the reserve bench throughout the match. Meanwhile, Josko Guardiol was unable to compete due to a foot injury. Despite the tie, Manchester City currently holds third place in the league ranking and is trailing by four points from Liverpool, and two points from Arsenal. It’s worth noting that Josep Guardiola’s team has a game in hand. Chelsea, on the other hand, is currently sitting in the 10th place in the league ranking.
