Manchester City kept their title charge firmly alive with a commanding 3-0 win over high-flying Sunderland at the Etihad , a result that takes them within just two points of league leaders Arsenal and restores belief after a turbulent midweek, Softfootball reports.
Pep Guardiola's men were coming off a chaotic 4-5 thriller against Fulham, a match that left supporters joking that City were becoming a basketball team with goals flying in at both ends . But against Sunderland, the champions regained control, tightened defensively, and delivered a statement performance led by a sensational second-half spark from Rayan Cherki.
On the other side, Sunderland who have been one of the most impressive sides in the league this season came to Manchester with confidence and left disappointed but optimistic. While the scoreline stung, fans acknowledged that City's class, depth, and tempo eventually proved too strong. Still, many believed their team showed enough quality and resilience to build on, even as frustration lingered over key moments and a late red card.
