Man City Close the Gap and Pile Pressure on League Leaders as Erling Haaland’s London Hot Streak Continues | OneFootball

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Man City Close the Gap and Pile Pressure on League Leaders as Erling Haaland’s London Hot Streak Continues

Erling Haaland fired Manchester City back into Premier League contention with an early goal that sealed narrow 1 - 0 win over Brentford on Sunday.

Early impact from Haaland

The Norwegian striker needed just 9 minute to make his mark finishing off clever pass from Josko Gvardiol to put City ahead.

The victory lifted Pep Guardiola’s men to 13 point, just three behind league leaders Arsenal who climbed to the top after Liverpool’s defeat to Chelsea.

Record breaking form continues

Haaland's now scored at 22 of the 23 Premier League stadiums he has played in since joining City with Anfield remaining the only exception.

The 25 year old has netted 21 goal in 22 appearances in London alone and boasts 18 goal plus three assists across 10 match for club & country this season.

Brentford, meanwhile endured their 4th defeat in 7 league match remaining 16th in the table with seven points .. just 3 above the relegation zone.