Chelsea Stuns Manchester City in Thriller, Mount Nets BraceChelsea Stuns Manchester City in Thriller, Mount Nets Brace In a pulsating encounter at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea stunned reigning Premier League champions Manchester City 2-1, with Mason Mount scoring a brilliant brace to seal the victory. From the outset, the game was an explosive affair. City dominated possession but struggled to find a way through Chelsea’s resolute defense. The Blues, on the other hand, were clinical on the counterattack, with Mount capitalizing on a City mistake to score his first in the 25th minute. Chelsea continued to frustrate City in the second half, and their lead was doubled just after the hour mark. A perfectly weighted cross from Hakim Ziyech found Mount, who headed home with aplomb to send the home crowd into raptures. Pep Guardiola’s side rallied late on, with Riyad Mahrez pulling a goal back in the 75th minute. However, Chelsea held on valiantly, with Thiago Silva and Trevoh Chalobah making crucial blocks to preserve the result. Mount’s goals were a testament to his growing maturity and importance to Chelsea. The 22-year-old midfielder has now scored five goals in his last four games, establishing himself as a key figure in Thomas Tuchel’s team. The victory was a significant one for Chelsea, who have struggled to maintain consistency this season. It lifts them up to third place in the table, just two points behind Liverpool, who have a game in hand. For Manchester City, the defeat is a blow to their title hopes. However, they remain top of the league and will be determined to bounce back when they face Newcastle United on Sunday. Overall, this was a memorable clash between two of the Premier League’s finest. Chelsea’s resilience and Mount’s brilliance proved to be too much for City, who will need to regroup quickly if they want to retain their crown.
