Manchester City Narrowly Defeat Leeds United in Premier League Clash

Leeds United 0-1 Manchester City. Antoine Semenyo’s first-half goal secured a vital three points for Manchester City in their Premier League title race against a spirited Leeds United at Elland Road on Saturday, February 28, 2026. The win reduces Arsenal’s lead at the top of the table to just two points with ten games remaining The Guardian.

Match Summary

The match was a hard-fought contest, with Leeds posing a significant challenge to the reigning champions. Despite being without Erling Haaland due to an injury sustained in training BBC Sport, Manchester City managed to secure the victory thanks to Semenyo’s goal just before halftime.

Key Moments

• 45+2 minutes: Antoine Semenyo scores for Manchester City, converting a low ball from Rayan Ait-Nouri BBC Sport.
• 4 minutes: Dominic Calvert-Lewin misses a golden opportunity for Leeds, shooting wide from eight yards BBC Sport.

Semenyo’s Impact

Antoine Semenyo, who joined Manchester City in January, scored his sixth goal for the club, proving to be the match-winner. His contribution has been crucial for City, especially in the absence of Haaland BBC Sport.

Post-Match Reactions

Antoine Semenyo expressed his team’s focus on winning every game, stating, “We just want to win all of the games on our side … whatever Arsenal do, we’ll just have to wait and witness … we need to control what we can control … we are happy … Leeds are incredibly tough … it was a great win … we get ready for Forest in the week.” The Guardian.

Looking Ahead

Manchester City will face Nottingham Forest in their next match, while Leeds United will aim to build on their performance as they continue their fight to avoid relegation. The title race remains incredibly tight, with Arsenal and Manchester City locked in a fierce battle for the Premier League trophy Manchester Evening News.