Champions Manchester City dropped two vital points in the Premier League title race as Jonjo Shelvey’s stunning late strike earned struggling Newcastle United a 2-2 home draw on Saturday. Yet for the second time in the match, a resolute Newcastle mustered a quick response with midfielder Shelvey curling a shot past Ederson in the 88th minute. Off-key City still could have snatched victory with Raheem Sterling, who had scored their opener, having a late effort well saved by outstanding home keeper Martin Dubravka. When Sterling slotted City ahead in the 22nd minute after David Silva’s clever flick in the box it appeared as though City were in line for a routine three points. City enjoyed overwhelming territorial superiority after the break but lacked their usual cutting edge as Newcastle sat deep.

Source: National Post November 30, 2019 15:22 UTC