In a nail-biting match, Manchester City secured a last-minute 2-1 win against Wolves, moving them to the top of the Premier League. VAR played a crucial role, allowing John Stones' header in the 95th minute after a lengthy review. Despite Wolves' initial lead with goals from Larsen and Gvardiol, City's determination and late equalizer from Gvardiol earned them the crucial three points. All eyes now turn to Liverpool vs Chelsea as City looks to maintain their position on the table.
Manchester City Emerge Victorious in Last-Minute Thriller Against Wolves
In a heart-stopping Premier League clash, Manchester City snatched a dramatic 2-1 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers in the dying moments of the match. The victory propelled City to the summit of the league standings, reclaiming their place as the front-runners.
Match Summary
Wolves took the lead in the 14th minute through a well-taken goal by Fabio Larsen. The visitors doubled their advantage in the second half when Josko Gvardiol found the back of the net. However, City rallied back, with Gvardiol making amends for his earlier mistake by equalizing in the 88th minute.
As the match entered its final moments, John Stones delivered a towering header in the 95th minute, sending the City faithful into raptures. The goal sparked a prolonged VAR review, but after an agonizing wait, it was determined to be legitimate.
VAR's Role
VAR played a pivotal role in the match's outcome. In the dying seconds, Wolves goalkeeper José Sá appeared to have made a crucial save on a Stones header. However, replays showed that the ball had crossed the line before Sá's intervention. The goal was eventually awarded after a lengthy review, much to the dismay of the Wolves players and supporters.
Implications
The victory lifted City to the top of the Premier League table, one point ahead of Liverpool. Wolves, meanwhile, dropped to 14th place. The result also reignited the title race, with City and Liverpool emerging as the clear favorites for the championship.
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