In the Premier League match between West Bromwich Albion and Manchester City, Yaya Touré once again proved his importance to the City side. Despite a quiet performance midweek in the Champions League against FC Barcelona, the Ivorian midfielder stepped up to the occasion on Saturday.
Facing Stoke City, Manchester City struggled to break through the opposition’s defense but eventually secured a narrow 1-0 victory. Yaya Touré emerged as the hero of the match, scoring the lone goal that secured the crucial three points for his team.
This goal marked Yaya Touré’s 16th of the season in the Premier League, reaffirming his status as one of the top midfielders in the league and helping Manchester City stay in the title race. A defeat combined with Chelsea’s success against Everton would have been a setback for City, making Touré’s contribution all the more significant.