Looking back now it’s almost strange to think
that nobody knew what to expect going into the 166th Manchester
derby. Not many would’ve been so bolshie, so brazen and so accurate to predict
the merciless massacre that played out in the blazing Manchester sunshine. A
match so one-sided it was wrapped up in shiny sky blue wrapping paper with 40
minutes of the game still to play.
City were industrious, formidable and
relentless from the outset. Jesus Navas, all blistering pace capable of putting
Olympic athletes to shame, stretching the pitch boundaries with his width. Alvaro
Negredo worked tirelessly upfront, assisting with two goals for his efforts.
Fernandinho showed great endeavour and command in midfield and ever-reliable
Pablo Zabaleta made 10 tackles throughout the match- more than double any other
player.
