Leroy Sane grabbed the winner as champions Manchester City reignited the title race with a tense 2-1 win over Premier League leaders Liverpool.
The German settled a frantic contest in the 72nd minute, moments after Roberto Firmino had cancelled out Sergio Aguero's first-half opener.
City narrowed the gap to four points following the win at the Etihad Stadium.
The return of Fernandinho from injury was crucial for Manchester City on Thursday night
MAN CITY 4-3-3
EDERSON 8
Was inches from scoring an own goal after Stones’s clearance came back off him. Would have been desperately unlucky for the Brazilian.
DANILO 7
Surprisingly started on the right rather than the left but City’s defenders contained Liverpool well. Did not venture too far forward.
JOHN STONES 6
Surprisingly started on the right rather than the left but City’s defenders contained Liverpool well. Did not venture too far forward.
The Brazilian provided a platform for the attacking talents of Aguero, Sane and Sterling
VINCENT KOMPANY 8
Pace of Liverpool’s attack was always bound to cause problems but held his own. Do not think he deserved red for his challenge on Salah.
AYMERIC LAPORTE 7
Tasked with keeping Salah quiet. Steady at left back after being put in a position that is not necessarily comfortable to him.
BERNARDO SILVA 8
Filled in for Kevin De Bruyne, who only made the bench after his injury. Was as competitive as anyone in the centre of the field.
FERNANDINHO 9
City’s losses in his absence showed how much he was missed. He was outstanding in the centre as he bossed midfield.
Sergio Aguero scored for seventh successive game against Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium
DAVID SILVA 7
Midfield magician became City’s jointrecord appearance holder on 266. Not given a lot of time on the ball as Liverpool pressed him.
RAHEEM STERLING 7
Facing his old club and up against Robertson, which turned into a contest you could not keep your eyes off. Kept going until the end.
SERGIO AGUERO 8.5
The striker has now scored
