Premier League Monday night football witnessed Bournemouth taking on Manchester City at Vitality Stadium. The Cherries had had a run of poor results- a disappointing FA Cup elimination by Millwall and last week’s thumping at Goodison Park, losing 6-3 to Everton.
City had been somewhat better in that, they secured a spot in the FA’s next round and in the last four matches, manager Pep Guardiola has managed two wins.
Raheem Sterling opened the score line in the 29th minute, thanks to David Silva’s cross that Bournemouth’s full-back Steve Cook failed to intercept before Sterling converts it past Artur Boruc. Former Reds forward put Citizens in command at the break.
It was a thrilling encounter moments into second half, visitors solidified the lead with Tyrone Mings’ own goal in the 69th minute. Impressive exchanges between Sterling and Sergio kun Aguero saw the Argentine’s shot turning into the net thanks to Cherries defender Mings final touch.
After 90 minutes, visitors bagged all three points despite Gabriel Jesus 15th minute injury that forced the Brazilian off the pitch.
The result has seen City climbing to second, up from fifth with 52 points, eight behind front-runners Chelsea.
