Cityzens on brink of reclaiming throne

Julian Kiewietz

WHEN Liverpool were romping to the title last season Manchester City’s Raheem Sterling promised there would be a “massive reaction” from Pep Guardiola’s chastened side and his ominous prediction has proved to be spot on. A win for City at Crystal Palace tomorrow and defeat for second-placed Manchester United against Liverpool 24 hours later would confirm City’s restoration to the throne with four games of the season remaining. It would be their fifth Premier League title in 10 seasons and a third in five since Guardiola brought his special brand of football to the Etihad. A 25th league win of the season at Selhurst Park tomorrow would leave City on 80 points, with neighbours United on 67. City cannot attain the points totals of their first two Premier League titles…

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