Premier League: Manchester City Fall to Arsenal Despite Yaya Touré’s Goal
Manchester United are slipping further behind in the Premier League title race following **Manchester City’s 1-2 defeat to Arsenal** on Monday at the close of the 16th round.
The Citizens found themselves trailing 0-2 as **Theo Walcott** and **Olivier Giroud** both scored, expertly set up by **Mesut Özil**, putting City on the back foot early. Despite a strong presence in midfield, City struggled to break down Arsenal’s defense and could not overturn the deficit.
**Yaya Touré** provided a moment of brilliance late in the match, scoring a stunning **left-footed strike** that left Gunners goalkeeper **Petr Cech** unable to react. While the goal showcased Touré’s technical skill and vision, it ultimately **was not enough to salvage points** for Manchester City.
This loss highlights the growing pressure on City as rivals close in on the top of the table. The Ivorian midfielder remains a key figure, but even his individual quality cannot guarantee victories against well-organized opponents.
Fans can watch Touré’s spectacular goal [here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SavxKEIxktg).
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