Manchester City clinically dispatched Crystal Palace 3-0 at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday evening, moving within two points of Premier League leaders Arsenal.
First-half strikes from Antoine Semenyo and Omar Marmoush put the defending champions in total control before Savinho added a third late in the second period.
The victory ensures the title race will continue into the final fortnight of the campaign, putting the pressure back on Mikel Arteta’s side.
Despite making six changes to his starting lineup, Pep Guardiola saw his side dominate from the outset.
Phil Foden was the architect of the opening two goals, providing two exquisite assists to help City recover from last week’s frustrating 3-3 draw at Everton. W
ith only two matches remaining, City now trail Arsenal by a narrow margin and possess a superior goal difference, meaning any slip up from the Gunners could hand the initiative back to the Manchester club.