Premier League: Manchester City beat Wolves 1-0, remain on top of the points table

Updated : Dec 12, 2021 08:12
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Manchester City remained on top of the English Premier League points table after beating 10-man Wolverhampton 1-0 at the Etihad Stadium.

Raheem Sterling was the lone goal scorer in the match. He scored his 100th premier league goal after converting a penalty in the 66th minute, giving City 1-0 lead.

Jack Grealish missed a chance to double the lead in the 70th minute when he hit a cross from Sterling just over the bar.

Read more: Premier League: Jorginho's stoppage-time penalty gives Chelsea 3-2 win over Leeds

Wolves were a man down just before the half-time as Raul Jimenez was booked twice at the halfway mark.

The victory ensured Pep Guardiola's squad would remain ahead of Liverpool and Chelsea despite playing a gritty game against the spirited Wolverhampton side.

WolverhamptonManchester CityPep GuardiolaEnglish Premier League

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