Rodrigo’s deflected strike in the 83rd minute secured City a 1-1 draw against Chelsea at the Etihad Stadium.

Despite dominating possession, Guardiola’s side struggled to create clear-cut opportunities in the first half. Chelsea had a chance to take the lead, but Ederson made a crucial save.Sterling gave Chelsea the lead just before halftime with a precise shot into the far corner.City started the second half strongly, with De Bruyne and Haaland coming close to scoring.Rodrigo finally equalized with a powerful strike from the edge of the box.Guardiola’s me𝚗 pushed for a late winner but had to settle for a point. The result leaves City in third place with 53 points, four behind Liverpool, with a game in hand.