Manchester City secured a crucial 1-0 victory against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Etihad Stadium on Friday, with captain Kevin De Bruyne delivering the decisive goal in his second-last home appearance for the club.
The result sees City climb to third place in the Premier League standings, strengthening their bid for Champions League qualification.
Wolves, who had entered the game with a six-match winning streak, showed resilience in the first half but struggled to convert their chances. City took control in the 35th minute, when Jeremy Doku set up De Bruyne for a precise finish past goalkeeper Jose Sa, sending the stadium into celebration.
Pep Guardiola praised his squad’s determination, emphasising the importance of remaining focused with matches against Southampton, Bournemouth, and Fulham still ahead. Meanwhile, De Bruyne reflected on his time at the club, expressing pride in his contributions and uncertainty about his next move after his contract expires this season.
Despite Wolves’ efforts, including close attempts from Jean-Ricner Bellegarde and Rayan Ait-Nouri, they were unable to break through City’s defence. Wolves coach Vitor Pereira lauded his team’s spirit but acknowledged that the result slipped through their grasp.
With just three games remaining, City will look to maintain their momentum and secure a Champions League spot, while Wolves aim to recover from their setback and finish strong in the Premier League season.
