Manchester City secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory against a determined Bournemouth side, extending their lead at the top of the Premier League table.

Phil Foden’s first-half strike, a tap-in after Erling Haaland’s shot was parried, proved to be the decisive moment in a game that saw City dominate possession but strugglе to break down a resolute Bournemouth defense.Despite their control, City faced anxiоus moments after the break as the Cherries came alive, forcing crucial saves from Ederson and goal-line clearances from Ruben Dias to deny them an equalizer.The win, while narrow, was a testament to City’s resilience and their ability to grinԀ out results even when not at their best, leaving Bournemouth frustrated after a spirited performance that ultimately fell short.