That before mid-December inquests would be held into why Manchester City, 14 points behind the league leaders, had blown the title race. (Image: REUTERS) (Image: REUTERS)In the middle of their unstoppable run to the title in the spring, most opponents were beaten before kick-off. The mental surrender Warnock had signalled to his players was summed up by Transport for Greater Manchester putting signs up saying: “Manchester City vs Cardiff Under-23s. As Guardiola prophesied, a fearless young manager with nothing to lose attacked his side with courage and spirit. It leaves a wounded City needing Liverpool to effectively lose five games before the end of the season to give them a chance of retaining their title.

Source: Daily Mirror December 11, 2019 18:45 UTC