City were cruising toward what would have been another damaging defeat for Spurs boss Thomas Frank as they led 2-0 at halftime. However, Solanke scored twice in the second half to leave Pep Guardiola’s men six points adrift of leaders Arsenal. Just a second defeat in nine league games dealt a blow to Fulham’s own hopes of European football next season. Villa laid siege to the Brentford goal after the break, but lacked the invention to break the visitors down. Crystal Palace also failed to make the most of a man advantage in a 1-1 draw at Nottingham Forest.

Source: Taipei Times February 02, 2026 17:12 UTC