Manchester City FC battled to a 1-1 draw against Brighton & Hove Albion FC, securing a vital point in the Premier League title chase. Ilkay Gündogan's expertly curled free-kick in the 28th minute gave the hosts an early lead, only for Brighton's Neal Maupay to level the scores in the 75th minute with a powerful header. The result leaves City still in pursuit of the top spot.