Manchester, England — Rayan Cherki delivered a masterclass in creativity as Manchester City secured a commanding 3-0 win over Chelsea, strengthening their push in the Premier League title race.
The 22-year-old French midfielder was at the heart of City’s dominance, registering his 10th assist of the season, the highest in the league so far. Cherki’s pinpoint deliveries proved decisive, first setting up Nico O’Reilly for a powerful header before another dangerous corner forced an own goal from Marc Guéhi, putting Chelsea firmly on the back foot.
After a tightly contested and goalless first half, City returned with renewed intensity, taking full control of the game. The victory was sealed when Jérémy Doku calmly finished to make it three, capping off a dominant second-half display.
The win sees City cut Arsenal’s lead at the top of the table to just six points, with eight matches remaining in what is shaping up to be a thrilling title run-in.
City manager Pep Guardiola was full of praise for Cherki, describing him as “a future extraordinary player,” highlighting his growing influence in one of the world’s most competitive leagues.
On the other side, Chelsea’s struggles continued, marking a third consecutive league defeat under manager Liam Rosenior. Despite the setback, Rosenior urged patience, emphasizing that the club remains committed to a mid-season rebuild backed by its leadership.
For City, however, the message is clear: with players like Cherki in top form, the title race is far from over.
