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Antoine Semenyo’s Winner at Leeds Keeps Manchester City Close to Arsenal

The January signing credits Pep Guardiola for a win-first mindset that is accelerating his integration.

Overview

  • Semenyo slid in to convert Rayan Ait-Nouri’s low cross in first-half stoppage time to seal a 1-0 victory at Elland Road.
  • He has six goals in 11 appearances for City since joining from Bournemouth, totaling 14 Premier League goals this season across both clubs.
  • Arsenal remain five points ahead with nine matches left, and City have a game in hand as they chase a seventh title in nine seasons.
  • Semenyo says Guardiola has instilled calm decision-making in attack and relentless defending, describing a shift to a “win-win-win” mentality.
  • January recruits Semenyo and Marc Guehi are credited with improving City’s balance, with Semenyo filling in effectively during Erling Haaland’s injury absence.