Last updated on April 2, 2025
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Grealish finally ends his goal drought.
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Manchester City cruised to a 2-0 victory against a struggling Leicester City, with Jack Grealish and Omar Marmoush scoring the goals.
The win moves City into fourth place in the Premier League, while Leicester’s hopes of survival continue to fade, leaving them 12 points from safety.
Early Lead for City
The match got off to a flying start with Jack Grealish scoring just two minutes into the game.
The England international, making his first Premier League start since December, was in the right place at the right time to tap in a cutback from Savinho.
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Despite protests from some fans regarding season ticket prices and commercial deals, those who were in their seats early witnessed a quick and clinical goal from Grealish.
Operating in a central role behind striker Omar Marmoush, Grealish’s positioning and intelligent movement allowed him to thrive, and he quickly justified his place in the starting lineup.
Although he has faced competition from Savinho and Jeremy Doku this season, Grealish’s early goal proved to be a crucial moment for both him and the team.
Marmoush Doubles the Lead
Just before the half-hour mark, Marmoush doubled City’s lead with a sensational finish.
Ruben Dias lifted a delicate chip into the penalty area, and the Leicester goalkeeper, Mads Hermansen, failed to control the ball, allowing Marmoush to strike a first-time effort that rattled off the underside of the bar and into the net.
Marmoush’s performance stood out, especially with Erling Haaland sidelined due to injury.
The £59m January signing now has five Premier League goals, all scored at home, and his form has been an impressive addition to the squad.
Leicester’s Troubles Continue
Leicester, on the other hand, remain in a dire situation. After the goal-scoring setback, Leicester failed to recover.
Despite Jamie Vardy starting as captain, his presence was not enough to inspire his team.
The decision to substitute him with defensive midfielder Oliver Skipp at half-time was met with frustration from fans.
Many saw it as a symbolic move that highlighted the tactical struggles under manager Ruud van Nistelrooy, who replaced Steve Cooper earlier this season.
Leicester’s offensive efforts were largely ineffective, with Bilal El Khannouss coming closest to scoring with a curling effort that narrowly missed the target.
In the second half, City controlled the game, and Leicester’s lack of an attacking threat became even more apparent.
They have now gone seven consecutive games without scoring, which further underlines their ongoing struggles in the league.
A Season to Forget for Leicester
Leicester have now lost 14 of their last 15 league games and are in danger of relegation, sitting 12 points adrift of safety with just eight games left.
The statistics are grim: they’ve conceded the first goal in 25 of their 30 matches this season and have yet to keep a clean sheet away from home.
With each passing game, it seems increasingly likely that Leicester will return to the Championship next season unless a drastic turnaround occurs.
Grealish’s Return to Form
While the result was satisfying for City, it was also a moment of personal triumph for Jack Grealish.
After struggling to break into the starting lineup due to the excellent form of Savinho and Doku, Grealish’s goal and all-around performance offered a glimpse of his potential.
His goal was also a reminder of why City paid £100m for him, and while the competition for spots in attack is fierce, performances like this may keep him in Pep Guardiola’s plans moving forward.
The match was also significant for the return of Oscar Bobb, who had endured a tough season after suffering a leg injury in pre-season and another setback with an ankle injury in February.
His appearance in the second half was a hopeful sign for City fans, as they look to strengthen their squad for the final stretch of the season.
Player of the Match: Jack Grealish
Grealish’s performance earned him the Player of the Match award with an average rating of 7.67.
His goal, creativity, and involvement in City’s offensive movements were pivotal to the team’s success on the night.
Looking Ahead
For Leicester, the situation grows more dire with each passing game.
Relegation is now an all-too-real possibility, and with only eight matches left, they must find a way to get points on the board if they are to avoid an immediate return to the Championship.
