Tottenham 0-2 Man City: Haaland Taps Home Opener Before Late Penalty
Match Report
Tottenham Hotspur's hopes of a top-four finish suffered a blow as they were beaten 2-0 by Manchester City at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday. Erling Haaland gave City the lead in the 5th minute, tapping in from close range after Joao Cancelo's cross. Tottenham had chances to equalize, but they were unable to find a way past Ederson in the City goal. In the second half, City continued to dominate possession and chances. They were rewarded for their persistence in the 81st minute when Riyad Mahrez converted a penalty after Dejan Kulusevski was adjudged to have fouled Bernardo Silva.
Conclusion
The victory takes City back to the top of the Premier League table, two points ahead of Arsenal. Tottenham, meanwhile, remain in fifth place, five points behind the leaders. The defeat is a major setback for Tottenham's hopes of securing a Champions League place next season.
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