Kevin de Bruyne’s brace propelled Manchester City to a commanding 4-2 victory over Crystal Palace on Saturday, drawing them level on points with Liverpool at the summit of the Premier League table.
Despite conceding an early goal to Palace’s Jean-Philippe Mateta, De Bruyne quickly responded with a stunning strike to equalize. Second-half goals from Rico Lewis and Erling Haaland extended City’s lead before De Bruyne sealed his brace with another impressive finish. Although Odsonne Edouard managed a late consolation goal for Palace, City’s victory sees them tied with Liverpool on 70 points, with Arsenal trailing by two points with a game in hand.
Mateta’s early opener surprised City fans, but De Bruyne’s clinical finish in the 13th minute restored parity and set the stage for City’s dominant display.
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Lewis gave the visitors the lead shortly after the break, Haaland scored his 19th goal of the season from close range in the 66th minute, and De Bruyne scored City’s 100th four minutes later.
Arsenal travels to Brighton & Hove Albion later on Saturday, while Liverpool visits Manchester United on Sunday.
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