Manchester City 's chances of retaining the Premier League title were dealt a hammer blow by a 2-1 defeat at Crystal Palace . Glenn Murray and Jason Puncheon scored for the Eagles before Yaya Toure grabbed a consolation for City . The result means that Liverpool are now just one point behind leaders Chelsea, who have played two games more than their neighbours in second place. CLICK HERE for all the latest Manchester City news .
Manchester City 's chances of retaining the Premier League title were dealt a hammer blow by a 2-1 defeat at Crystal Palace . Glenn Murray and Jason Puncheon scored for the Eagles before Yaya Toure grabbed a consolation for City . Manuel Pellegrini believes that Murray 's goal was a 'clear offside ' City are now fourth in the league table , nine points adrift of leaders Chelsea with just seven matches remaining . CLICK HERE for all the latest Manchester City news .