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Manchester (AP) - Manchester City has shortened the gap to the top spots in the English Premier League.
The runner-up from star coach Pep Guardiola won against Brighton & Hove Albion 1-0 (1-0).
At the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, Phil Foden met Kevin De Bruyne (44th minute) after preparation by former Bundesliga professional Kevin De Bruyne.
In the 90th minute, Raheem Sterling missed a penalty kick and missed the chance for a possible 2-0.
Man City had to do without center forward Sergio Agüero in the game.
The 32-year-old Argentine is in self-quarantine.
Guardiola's team climbed to third place in the table with their fourth Premier League victory in a row.
In one game less, Man City (32) are one point behind Liverpool and four on leaders and city rivals Manchester United.
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The relegation candidate from Brighton defended with commitment and even put Man City under pressure at times in the second half.
For the hosts, however, the goal was ultimately enough to win - despite many missed opportunities and the missed penalty.
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