Roy Keane has described Manchester City’s dramatic late victory over Liverpool as a significant moment in the Premier League title race, claiming it delivers a psychological blow to Arsenal. City remain six points behind the league leaders but ensured the pressure stayed firmly on with a last-gasp win at Anfield, one of their toughest away venues under Pep Guardiola.
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The decisive moment came in stoppage time when Erling Haaland converted a penalty to secure all three points. It was only Manchester City’s second win at Anfield in 11 visits under Guardiola, highlighting the importance of the result. The victory showcased City’s resilience and determination in a high-pressure environment.
Speaking on Sky Sports, Keane said the result was massive for City, especially with a home fixture against Fulham approaching. A win in that match would cut Arsenal’s lead at the top of the table to three points, significantly tightening the title race at a crucial stage of the season.
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Keane praised City’s mentality and response after going behind, referencing Guardiola’s pre-match comments about the need for character at Anfield. While City have faced criticism over the past 18 months for not meeting their own high standards, Keane felt their second-half performance showed renewed hunger and quality. He stressed that the win was more than just three points and could have a lasting psychological impact.
Arsenal had earlier strengthened their position with a convincing 3-0 win over Sunderland at the Emirates Stadium. However, City’s comeback shifted momentum after they fell behind to a stunning Dominik Szoboszlai free-kick. Bernardo Silva equalised on his return from injury before Haaland’s late penalty sealed a vital victory.
