Manchester City defeated Bournemouth 1-0 at the Vitality Stadium, as Phil Foden provides the assist for a first-half winner in a close Premier League contest. The champions moved within a point of Liverpool at the top after the win. The match featured steady City control and Bournemouth pressing late, but the Cherries were unable to convert their chances. Phil Foden was instrumental as City stayed firm in defense. the hosts created chances late but could not find the decisive strike. Manchester City extended their title push with a valuable road win. Foden shaped the decisive moment in the first half. Bournemouth couldn’t finish as City ran down the result.