Manchester City ascended to the top of the Premier League for the first time since August following a narrow 1-0 victory over Burnley at Turf Moor on Wednesday night.
Erling Haaland provided the decisive moment in just the fifth minute, coolly chipping Martin Dubravka after being played through by Jeremy Doku.
While the win moves City level with Arsenal on 77 points, Pep Guardiola’s side currently holds the summit based on goals scored, with both teams having five games remaining.
The defeat marks a somber milestone for Burnley, confirming their third relegation from the top flight in just five seasons.
Scott Parker’s men sit 13 points adrift of safety with only 12 points left to play for, having secured just 20 points from 34 matches this campaign.
Despite the lead, Guardiola was visibly frustrated on the touchline as City failed to capitalize on a plethora of chances to bolster their goal difference.
“The chances were there. We made a fantastic game,” Guardiola told reporters, acknowledging the physical toll of their high-stakes win over Arsenal just three days prior.
