Man City 1-0: Southampton Stats, Table Lead

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Man City 1-0 Southampton: Stats, Table Lead Extends

Manchester City extended their lead at the top of the Premier League table with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Southampton at the Etihad Stadium. The win keeps Pep Guardiola's side on track for a historic treble, with the Champions League final against Inter Milan looming on the horizon.

A Tight Encounter

Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, City were forced to work hard for the win. Southampton, under the guidance of interim manager Ruben Selles, defended resolutely and made life difficult for the reigning champions.

The only goal of the game came in the 32nd minute when Erling Haaland headed home a Kevin De Bruyne cross. The Norwegian striker now has an impressive 36 goals in the Premier League this season, breaking the record for most goals in a single season previously held by Alan Shearer and Andrew Cole.

Key Stats:

• Possession: Man City 72% - Southampton 28%
• Shots: Man City 18 - Southampton 2
• Shots on target: Man City 6 - Southampton 1
• Corners: Man City 9 - Southampton 0
• Passes: Man City 770 - Southampton 278

Title Race Heating Up

With this victory, City now sit five points clear at the top of the table with just two games remaining. While Arsenal still have a game in hand, the pressure is firmly on the Gunners to win their remaining fixtures and hope for a slip-up from City.

Looking Ahead

Despite securing three vital points, Pep Guardiola will be aware of the challenges that lie ahead. City face a crucial FA Cup final against Manchester United next weekend, followed by their Champions League showdown with Inter Milan. With a treble on the line, every game from here on out will be a battle.

Southampton Fight On

Despite the defeat, Southampton's performance against City was encouraging. Their ability to frustrate a team of City's quality suggests they have the potential to avoid relegation. The Saints now face a crucial run-in, needing to pick up points in their remaining games to secure their Premier League status.

This match was a testament to the competitive nature of the Premier League. City's victory was hard-earned, but it further solidified their position as the team to beat. With a treble in their sights, the Citizens are showing no signs of slowing down.