Manchester City defeated Newcastle, Arsenal increasingly threatened.

Manchester City secured an important victory when hosting Newcastle United in the continuation of the English Premier League 2025/2026 Season at the Etihad Stadium, early Sunday morning WIB. The Citizens won narrowly 2-1 and now trail the provisional league leaders, Arsenal, by just two points.

As reported by the Premier League website, City's win over Newcastle was determined by two goals from the 20-year-old player Nico O'Reilly (14', 27'). Newcastle reduced the deficit through a Lewis Hall goal (22').

The additional three points mean Manchester City now has 56 points from 27 matches and occupies second place in the provisional Standings. Arsenal remains at the top with 58 points from the same number of games. Meanwhile, Newcastle is stuck in 10th place with 36 points.

City appeared aggressive from the opening whistle. The high pressure applied by the home team yielded quick results. In the 14th minute, Nico O’Reilly opened the scoring after capitalizing on a precise pass from Omar Marmoush. His shot was touched by Goalkeeper Nick Pope, but the ball still rolled into the net, changing the score to 1-0.

That lead didn't last long. Eight minutes later, Newcastle managed to equalize 1-1 through a Lewis Hall goal, finished from a Jacob Ramsey assist.

However, Manchester City again showed a quick response. In the 27th minute, O’Reilly scored his second goal with an accurate header after receiving a pass from Erling Haaland. This goal also secured a 2-1 lead for the hosts.

Newcastle breached the City goal just before halftime through a Dan Burn header. However, after a VAR review, the goal was nullified for an offside position.

Entering the second half, Newcastle appeared more dominant in ball possession. Nevertheless, they struggled to penetrate City's disciplined defense. On the other hand, City's chances were also thwarted several times by Nick Pope.

In the final minutes, Newcastle almost equalized. A fierce strike by Harvey Barnes was barely tipped away by Donnarumma, preserving the hosts' lead.

Until the final whistle blew, the 2-1 score remained. This victory keeps Manchester City's hopes alive in the pursuit of the Premier League title this season.