Manchester City staged a thrilling comeback to beat Chelsea 3-1 in the Premier League. Erling Haaland and Phil Foden starred after Josko Gvardiol’s equalizer, overturning Chelsea’s early lead. Despite a debut error from Abdukodir Khusanov, City moved back into the top four while Chelsea dropped to sixth.
Manchester City climbed back into the Premier League's top four with a determined 3-1 victory over Chelsea, overturning an early deficit. Despite a shaky start, including a costly error from debutant Abdukodir Khusanov that gifted Noni Madueke an opener, City found their rhythm to secure a vital win.
Khusanov, making his debut after a £33.5 million move from Lens, misjudged a backpass in the third minute, leaving Ederson stranded and allowing Chelsea the lead. City’s struggles continued as their defense appeared vulnerable, but Josko Gvardiol leveled the score just before halftime, capitalizing on an error by Chelsea's Marc Cucurella.
Pep Guardiola’s halftime adjustments energized the home side. Erling Haaland gave City the advantage in the second half, finishing a precise pass from Ederson with a skillful chip over Robert Sanchez. Phil Foden sealed the victory late, ensuring City’s return to the Champions League places alongside Arsenal and Liverpool.
The win was crucial after earlier victories by Newcastle and Bournemouth had pushed City down to seventh. Meanwhile, Chelsea slid to sixth, failing to capitalize on their early momentum.
The Etihad crowd witnessed a tale of redemption, as City overcame adversity to remind the league of their resilience. Guardiola's men now look ahead with renewed confidence as the Premier League title race intensifies.
