EPL: Man City 1 - 0 Tottenham - Foden scores as Citizens return to top
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| Manchester City players celebrate after the final whistle - Jason Cairnduff/Action Images/ Reuters/TheGuardian |
Phil Foden's first Premier League goal returned Manchester City to the top of the table as they overcame Champions League conquerors Tottenham at Etihad Stadium.
The 18-year-old's diving header, created by Sergio Aguero, after only five minutes ensured the reigning champions maintained the pressure on rivals Liverpool before their match at Cardiff City on Sunday.
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| Tottenham's Lucas Moura's shot blocked and saved by John Stones of Man City and goalkeeper Elderson - Paul Currie/BPI/Rex/Shutterstock/TheGuardian |
It was, however, a nervous performance in a game a far cry from the drama of Wednesday's European game here as City relied on goalkeeper Ederson to make several crucial saves. They also lost key midfielder Kevin de Bruyne to injury.
With four games left, Manchester City are one point above Liverpool.
Pep talks about Foden - As posted on Manchester City official Twitter account 👇👇
PEP 💬 @PhilFoden is an incredible player.— Manchester City (@ManCity) April 20, 2019
We needed the capacity to press high and guy who has quality to arrive in box and every time he plays he has scored goal or has chances.
Incredible experience for him and I trust him a lot.#MCITOT 🔵 #mancity
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