FODEN LEADS CITY'S CHARGE

Midfielder's double helps side to within point of top

- John Cross

MANCHESTER CITY never looked like slipping up on a potential banana skin at the Amex Stadium.

Instead, they delivered a clear message of intent as they chase an unprecedented fourth Premier League title in a row.

Pep Guardiola's champions delivered a sensational performance as uplifting for them as it was demoralising for Arsenal and Liverpool.

It is hard to see City dropping any points in the title run-in.

Phil Foden was electric as he scored twice to maintain his red-hot form in what has become the best season of his career. He looks the clear favourite to be crowned Footballer of the Year, gliding over the pitch and dominating this game as Brighton were unable to get close to him.

In front of Gareth Southgate, he underlined how important he will be for England at Euro 2024 this summer.

Kevin De Bruyne scored his 68th Premier League goal and it was a special one. Not only did it open the scoring but it was his first header in that goal tally.

Is there anything De Bruyne cannot do?