Published 10:22 IST, February 4th 2021

Premier League results & highlights: Man City cruise past Burnley; Brighton stun Liverpool

Premier League results: Man City bagged their ninth successive victory against Burnley, even as Liverpool tumbled against Brighton & Hove Albion.

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Manchester City continued ir fine run of form against Burnley on Wednesday. Pep Guardiola's men defeated Burnley to extend ir lead at top of Premier League ahead of likes of Manchester United. Meanwhile, defending champions Liverpool tumbled furr in ir title defence after being left hapless against Brighton & Hove Albion on Wednesday. 

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Burnley vs Man City Premier League results: Cityzens' winning streak continues

Man City extended ir lead at top of Premier League standings following a comfortable victory against Burnley. Gabriel Jesus and Raheem Sterling struck one goal each to bag an all-important three points from fixture. Interestingly, Etihad-based outfit put up a dominant display, something which is least reflected in scoreline. 

Man City maintained 75% ball possession throughout course of game. Besides, Guardiola's defensive set up could be comprehended from fact that Burnley failed to bag a single shot in game. With victory, Man City w have nine wins in as many league games and maintain a three-point lead over Man United, having played a game lesser than ir rivals. 

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Liverpool vs Brighton Premier League results: Reds stunned by Seagulls 

Liverpool were left embarrassed on Wednesday after ir struggling performance against Brighton. Mohamed Salah could t convert a blistering chance as early as third minute and team went on to lose grip furr in fixture. Steven Alzate netted in 56th minute, which turned out to be ultimate nail in coffin. 

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This was Liverpool's third consecutive goalless display at Anfield, an unwanted record which dates back to 1984. Jurgen Klopp's men have t scored over 384 minutes at home. defending champions w sit fourth in Premier League standings with 40 points to ir credit and have a daunting task when y take on Man City on Sunday. 

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Premier League highlights: Leicester City decimate Fulham

Leicester City had to make amends for ir previous defeat against Leeds United. And Brendan Rodgers' men appeared to be back in ir groove against Fulham. Kelechi Iheanacho and James Justin struck one goal each to maintain ir firm hold at third spot in Premier League standings. 

Premier League highlights

Leeds United 1-2 Everton

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Aston Villa 1-3 West Ham United 

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10:22 IST, February 4th 2021