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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
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Jack Flintham

Man City still have cause for optimism in Premier League title race with Arsenal

Leaving the Etihad Stadium is rarely deflating but following the result against Everton this weekend, many will have felt a sinking feeling.

City had the better of the first half against Frank Lampard's Toffees and deservedly went into the interval a goal up. However, instead of inspired play from the opposition turning the match around, it was actually a moment out of both teams' control which would swing the match back into the balance.

During a lengthy stoppage, while the assistant referee's communication technology was fixed, Everton managed to break City's rhythm and were level following an uncharacteristic mistake from Rodri and a piece of brilliance from Demarai Gray. The Blues pushed for the winner but credit must go to the relegation-threatened visitors who managed to frustrate the hosts to earn a creditable point.

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