Thirty-six games in, the title race strayed dangerously close to becoming an ordeal for Manchester City. For over an hour, it had looked as though they might blink in their staring contest with Liverpool. Something had to give and Pep Guardiola’s players certainly toyed with the emotions of their supporters during those passages of play when they lacked their usual sureness of touch. Related: Mané and Salah doubles help Liverpool see off Huddersfield to reclaim top spot Twitter: follow us at @guardian_sport Related: Jamie Vardy double seals Leicester victory over 10-man Arsenal Continue readingreadfullarticle
