Manchester, England – Manchester City achieved an important victory over their guest Newcastle United with a score of 2-1, in the match that brought them together at the Etihad Stadium, as part of the 27th round of the English Premier League.
Manchester City opened the scoring early in the 14th minute, after Omar Marmoush broke through and passed the ball to Nico Aurelio, who shot it into the net, giving the home side the lead.
GOAL!
Nico O’Reilly fires City ahead with a superb strike 🔥#beINPL #MCINEW pic.twitter.com/cFpEc5m6oo
— beIN SPORTS (@beINSPORTS_EN) February 21, 2026Newcastle responded quickly, equalizing through Lewis Hall in the 17th minute, taking advantage of a rebound inside the penalty area to put the ball into the net.
But Manchester City regained their lead in the 28th minute, after Erling Haaland sent in a perfect cross, which Nico Aurelio headed powerfully into the net, scoring his second goal of the match.
أورايلي يسجل الهدف الثاني ويمنح السيتي التقدم مجددًا بعد تمريرة مميزة من هالاند! 😨🔥#الدوري_الإنجليزي pic.twitter.com/tRSsiWi1ap
— beIN SPORTS (@beINSPORTS) February 21, 2026In the second half, Manchester City tried to extend their lead through several attacking attempts, most notably a shot by Antoine Simeone, but the score remained unchanged until the final whistle.
With this victory, Manchester City increased their points tally, continuing to put pressure on league leaders Arsenal. They have now reduced the gap to just two points, intensifying the battle for the Premier League title.
