Manchester City returned to Premier League action to secure a comfortable 2-0 win over Leicester City at the Etihad. It was a polished performance by Pep Guardiola’s side, who now leap into the top four. For Kenyan Premier League lovers, this match was a solid reminder of why City remains one of the fiercest sides in English football, even without Haaland.
⚽ Grealish Strikes Early to Set the Tone
City wasted no time making their intentions clear. Just two minutes in, Jérémy Doku won the ball in midfield and slipped it to Savinho, who delivered a perfect ball across the box. Jack Grealish precisely met it, sliding it into the bottom corner — his first league goal since December 2023.
That goal settled City’s nerves and placed early pressure on the Foxes, who struggled to keep up with the pace.
❌ Missed Opportunity for Leicester
Leicester City had just one opportunity in the entire match — and it came from Bilal El Khannouss. The young forward found a bit of space at the edge of the box, but his shot curled wide. They paid dearly for that miss because it was their only real chance.
🔥 Marmoush Makes His Mark
Omar Marmoush, standing in for the injured Erling Haaland, grabbed the spotlight with City’s second goal. Mads Hermansen failed to collect the ball cleanly, and Marmoush pounced, blasting it off the crossbar and into the net. That was his fifth first-half goal of the season, showing exactly why Guardiola trusts him in key moments.
Hermansen later redeemed himself slightly, saving a close-range effort from Savinho, but the damage had already been done.
🧠 Game Management in the Second Half
City’s second-half approach was all about control. Marmoush came close to grabbing a second, but his shot flew over the bar. From that point, it was all about game management — passing with precision, maintaining possession, and limiting Leicester to scraps. Despite just one shot on target in the second half, City were never threatened.
Oscar Bobb’s return from injury added a bright note for the home crowd and Guardiola alike.
📉 Trouble Deepens for Leicester
Leicester’s woes continued as they became the fourth top-flight team in history to lose seven matches without scoring. Their position in the relegation zone looks more permanent by the day, and with tough fixtures ahead, hope is quickly fading.
Kenyan Fans Celebrate as City Roar Back
Kenyan fans, many of whom support City or bet on the Premier League, were buzzing with this result. Marmoush’s sharp form and Grealish’s return to scoring ways are talking points in football corners across Nairobi, Kisumu, and Mombasa. The big question is, can City mount a title push from here?
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🔚 Final Thoughts: Business as Usual for City, Panic for Leicester
Manchester City did the job with class, even without their top scorer. Their return to the top four sends a clear warning to rivals. On the other hand, Leicester continues to nosedive — and unless something changes fast, the Championship beckons.
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