But the victory did not come easily, because after Josko Gvardiol’s goal in the first half, the hosts pushed for the equaliser. Despite several great chances, they had to see City run away with the victory.
“Nottingham Forest is the closest anyone has come to rounding out Man. City this season, and then endings are delivered so horrible that it is unbelievable. Should have easily led by a couple of goals,” wrote Viaplay commentator Kasper Wikestad https://twitter.com/KasperWikestad/status/1784623302784250300 during the match.
Erling Braut Haaland was replaced after 60 minutes after two games out with an injury, and Jærbuen responded by sending the visitors up 2-0 20 minutes before the end. It was his 21st league score this season, one more than Cole Palmer (Chelsea).
The Norwegian has missed games after he picked up a knock against Real Madrid.
With the win, City are one point behind league leaders Arsenal, but the light blues have one less game to play. Thus, they still have everything in their own hands in the hunt for their fourth straight league title. City will also play in the FA Cup final against city rivals Manchester United in May.
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Oscar Bobb was substituted on the eve of normal time for City. The light blues have not lost in the Premier League since the 0-1 match against Aston Villa on 6 December. That streak was extended to 19 games on Sunday.
Nottingham Forest are struggling at the other end of the table. With Sunday’s defeat, Luton are still one point below the relegation zone. Burnley are two points behind, while it is already clear that Sheffield United will be relegated.
