Manchester City defeated Chelsea in the away match of the 19th round of the English Premier League (EPL) - 0:1.

The Citizens scored the only goal in this match after the break.. In the 63rd minute, Riyad Mahrez closed the pass of Jack Grealish at the far post. Part of the blame for the missed goal lies with the Blues goalkeeper Cap Arrizabalaga, who did not intercept an assist in his own goalkeeper's area..

Note that for the Londoners the match was also marked by unfortunate injuries..

Even in the first half, Raheem Sterling and Christian Pulisic were injured, replenishing the club's already overcrowded infirmary.

Match review Manchester City remain in second place in the Premier League with a 39-point win and close the gap to leaders Arsenal to five points. Chelsea are in 10th place with 25 points..

In the next round, Guardiola's team will play away from Manchester United on January 14, and Graham Potter's wards will visit Fulham on January 12.