Manchester City moved two points clear of leaders Liverpool after a 3-1 win over Brentford in the Premier League matchday 23.

Phil Foden’s hat-trick gave Manchester City victory

At Brentford, Manchester City took the lead from the 31st minute through a goal from Neil Mopay.

In first-half extra time, Phil Foden restored parity with a shot from inside the box after a defensive error.

The City midfielder was unstoppable in the second half and goals in the 53rd and 70th minutes gave him his second career hat-trick.

Taking advantage of Liverpool’s defeat, Pep Guardiola’s side are closing in on the leaders by two points, which they can overtake if they win the rest of their games.

23rd round of the Premier League

Everton – Tottenham 2-2

Newcastle – Luton 4-4

Brighton – Crystal Palace 4-1

Burnley – Fulham 2-2

Sheffield – Aston Villa 0-5

Manchester United – West Ham 3-0

Chelsea – Wolverhampton 2-4

Bournemouth – Nottingham 1-1

Arsenal – Liverpool 3-1

Brentford – Manchester City 1-3

Premier League standings

1. Liverpool – 51 points

2. Manchester City – 49 b

3. Arsenal – 49 p

4. Aston Villa – 46 p

5. Tottenham – 44 p

6. Manchester United – 38 p