Man City defeated the Cherries 1-0 at the Vitality Stadium, with Phil Foden providing the assist for a first-half winner in a tight Premier League contest. The champions moved within a point of Liverpool at the top after the win. The match saw steady City control and Bournemouth pressing late, but the Cherries were unable to convert their chances. Foden was instrumental as City held firm in defense. the hosts created chances late but could not find the decisive strike. City extended their title push with a valuable road win. Foden shaped the decisive moment in the first half. Bournemouth couldn’t capitalize as City ran down the result.