Manchester City secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Brentford, moving just two points behind Arsenal at the top of the Premier League table. The win, highlighted by three second-half goals, also improved City's goal difference, keeping pressure on the Gunners ahead of their match against West Ham.

Jeremy Doku opened the scoring in the 60th minute with a curling finish, reminiscent of his recent performance against Everton. Following Doku's strike, Erling Haaland backheeled a second goal from close range and later assisted Omar Marmoush for the third.

Brentford felt hard done by several refereeing decisions throughout the match:

• Matheus Nunes had a VAR review for a last-man challenge on Kevin Schade that was cleared.
• Bernardo Silva received only a yellow card after a controversial incident involving Nathan Collins.
• A penalty appeal by Brentford in the second half was dismissed after another clash between Nunes and Schade.

This victory sets up a crucial weekend for Manchester City as they continue to chase Arsenal, who are set to face West Ham on Super Sunday. The title race remains tight, with City just one goal behind the Gunners in terms of goal difference.