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Manchester City edged past Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-1 in dramatic fashion on Sunday, with John Stones heading in a stoppage-time winner that sent the champions to the top of the Premier League and extended their unbeaten run to a club-record 31 matches.
Manchester City dictated possession from start to finish at Molineux, but Wolves stunned them early. In the 7th minute, Nelson Semedo’s pinpoint cross found Jorgen Strand Larsen, who slotted in coolly from close range, giving Wolves a surprise 1-0 lead.
Wolves nearly doubled their advantage when Semedo raced through on goal, but City goalkeeper Ederson denied him in a crucial one-on-one save. Manchester City then responded in style through Josko Gvardiol. The defender curled a stunning shot into the top corner from the edge of the box in the 33rd minute, leveling the score at 1-1.
The match seemed destined for a draw until the dying moments. In added time, John Stones rose highest to meet a cross, sending a bullet header past Jose Sa. Although the goal was reviewed by VAR, it stood, sparking wild celebrations from Pep Guardiola and the traveling fans.
The victory pushed Manchester City to 20 points, leapfrogging Liverpool on goal difference, with the Reds set to face Chelsea later on Sunday. Wolves, meanwhile, remain rooted to the bottom of the table with just one point and no wins in their opening matches.
