Manchester City were held to a 1-1 draw by West Ham United, denting the champions’ title hopes and strengthening Arsenal’s position in the race.
Bernardo Silva opened scoring with a deft chip before Konstantinos Mavropanos headed the equaliser for West Ham in the first half.
The point lifted West Ham out of the relegation zone while aiding Arsenal, who earlier beat Everton 2-0 to move nine points clear of City.
However, the result pushed Nottingham Forest into the relegation zone following the stalemate at the London Stadium.
City manager Pep Guardiola insisted the title race remains open in spite of his side dropping points for a second consecutive match.
“It’s not over because we didn’t lose. We will continue. We have an incredible team spirit,” Guardiola told reporters after the match.
Midfielder Rodri said the team would keep fighting in spite of the widening gap.
“We know it’s difficult, but we will fight until the end. The distance is far, yet we won’t give up,” Rodri said.
