Manchester City kept their Premier League title hopes firmly alive with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium. After the match, Bernardo Silva singled out Erling Haaland for special praise, calling his performance “unbelievable” and saying he fought “like an animal”.
Match Result and Key Moments
Final Score: Manchester City 2-1 Arsenal (19 April 2026)
- Rayan Cherki opened the scoring in the 16th minute with a brilliant solo goal.
- Kai Havertz equalised for Arsenal just two minutes later.
- Erling Haaland scored the winning goal in the 65th minute, powering City to a vital three points.
The win moves Manchester City within touching distance of the top of the table. A victory against Burnley in their next match would send them to the summit of the Premier League.
Bernardo Silva Hails Haaland’s “Animal” Performance
Speaking after the match, Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva was full of admiration for his teammate Erling Haaland:
“Can I say something? Haaland was FANTASTIC today, fighting for every ball. It’s not easy with two centre-backs that strong, but Haaland was unbelievable. Thank you so much, Big Erl. Apart from the goal, he fought like an ANIMAL today.”
Silva’s glowing comments highlight the Norwegian striker’s all-round contribution. Beyond his match-winning goal, Haaland constantly pressed Arsenal’s defence, won aerial duels, and worked tirelessly to create space for his teammates.
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