In a heart-stopping clash that set the Premier League abuzz, Manchester City and Chelsea delivered a nail-biting 4-4 draw on Sunday, leaving fans on the edge of their seats as the top-tier battle unfolded at a feverish pace.

The clash ignited right from the outset as Manchester City took the lead early in the game. Spanish defender Marc Cucurella’s tug on Erling Haaland inside the box resulted in a VAR-checked penalty, promptly converted by the composed Norwegian in the 24th minute.

However, Chelsea swiftly retaliated when their 39-year-old stalwart, Thiago Silva, soared to head the ball into the net just five minutes later, keeping the match finely poised at 1-1. Follow your favourite Premier League team with attractive football betting odds from Nextbet. 

The see-saw affair continued when former City forward Raheem Sterling capitalized on Josko Gvardiol’s defensive misstep, tapping in a goal after Reece James sent a precise cross, granting City a 2-1 lead in the 37th minute.

But the resilient Chelsea squad swiftly countered, refusing to bow down. In a stunning display of determination, Manuel Akanji rose to head in an equalizer for City just moments before the halftime whistle blew, maintaining the deadlock at 2-2.

The electrifying action resumed after the break, with Erling Haaland adding to his tally, bundling in a second goal just a minute into the second half, setting City ahead at 3-2.

However, the relentless drama unfolded as Chelsea’s Nicolas Jackson managed to find the back of the net in the 67th minute, leveling the intense contest at 3-3.

The breathtaking battle took another turn when Rodri’s 86th-minute strike seemingly sealed the victory for the defending champions, only for the match to witness yet another stunning twist. In the dying moments, a 94th-minute penalty awarded to Chelsea saw former City graduate Cole Palmer deliver a nerve-wracking blast, ensuring the dramatic fixture concluded with an exhilarating 4-4 draw.

The thrilling showdown left both sets of fans in awe of the sheer intensity and roller-coaster of emotions as the top-flight teams fought tooth and nail, ending the high-stakes encounter on level terms, leaving Manchester City sitting a point clear at the summit of the Premier League. Get the latest updates from the Premier League only on Nextbet Sports.