Manchester City took a significant stride towards securing the Premier League title with a crucial 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, courtesy of Erling Haaland’s brace.

In a pivotal clash at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Haaland proved to be the difference-maker as his two goals propelled City two points clear of second-placed Arsenal, with just one game remaining in the season.

The match started with a subdued atmosphere, but City seized control after the break when Haaland tapped in Kevin De Bruyne’s cross to break the deadlock.

Tottenham fought back, with substitute goalkeeper Stefan Ortega making crucial saves to deny Dejan Kulusevski and Heung-Min Son after replacing the injured Ederson. However, Haaland dashed their hopes of a comeback by converting from the spot after Jeremy Doku was fouled by Pedro Porro.

The victory marked City’s eighth consecutive win in the Premier League, putting them on the brink of an unprecedented fourth consecutive league title under Pep Guardiola.

With just one game remaining, City will clinch the title if they defeat West Ham at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday. Meanwhile, Arsenal will need a victory over Everton and hope for a slip-up from City to keep their title hopes alive.

For Tottenham, the defeat extinguished their hopes of securing a Champions League place, with manager Ange Postecoglou criticizing the club’s “fragile foundations” both on and off the pitch.

As the Premier League title race reaches its climax, all eyes will be on Manchester City as they aim to secure yet another historic triumph under Guardiola’s leadership.