Manchester City are back on top of the Premier League table for the first time since Aug. 21 after beating relegation-bound Burnley 1-0 at Turf Moor on Wednesday, but not yet full in control of the PL title race.

Burnley defender Kyle Walker, speaking to Sky Sports after the club's relegation: "It was a disappointing evening. I am a player for Burnley and I will do my best for the shirt to make sure we get a result. Unfortunately, now we are relegated, but we need to play the remaining games with that level of performance.

Burnley's fifth consecutive relegation or promotion leads to the obvious question - how can they break the cycle?

Man City’s primary concern is Rodri, who picked up a groin injury late on in Sunday’s all-important win. Guardiola was unable to provide a concrete update postmatch, but the 2024 Ballon d’Or winner likely won’t be risked midweek, especially with an FA Cup semifinal upcoming.

Former Burnley winger, Glen Little told BBC Sport that Burnley fans "were a bit spoilt" during Sean Dyche's era at the club and that the Clarets "overachieved" during Dyche's nine-year and five-month tenure.

Haaland’s early strike took Pep Guardiola’s side top of the Premier League on goals scored as the Clarets were condemned to the drop

Manchester City moved to the top of the Premier League table after a narrow win in the Manchester City vs Burnley match on April 22, 2026. The Manchester City and Burnley clash ended 1-0 at Turf Moor, with an early goal deciding the outcome. This ...