Man City go three points clear

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Man City go three points clear

Edin Dzeko scores winner as leaders earn crucial victory at Wigan Athletic

Striker Edin Dzeko scores with a header to put Man City ahead against Wigan

Manchester City moved three points clear at the top of the Barclays Premier League after winning 1-0 at Wigan on Monday.

City claimed all three points at the League's bottom club thanks to a first-half header from striker Edin Dzeko.

Sergio Aguero and Dzeko had chances to double the lead, and City goalkeeper Joe Hart had to be alert to make a superb save from Wigan's James McCarthy.

Key Points

  • Edin Dzeko scored to put Man City ahead
  • Joe Hart made superb save from James McCarthy
  • Man City now three points at top of Premier League