The "noisy neighbors" have done it, and in a most dramatic fashion. Manchester City came into the day even on points with their cross-town rivals Manchester United, but with a massive differential on goal advantage (Man City +8)--however, they were tied and then trailing a majority of their match, while United took an early lead on a Wayne Rooney goal and never looked back. With City fans biting their nails and looking as if they were about to rip their hair out, saying "oh no, here we go again", trailing 2-1 to the nearly relegated QPR heading into stoppage time--que Edin Dzeko in the 91st minute...and then Sergio Aguero in the 94th (and final minute of stoppage, aka their last gasp) with the match winner, and you have a near miracle!
Watch the full match highlights on the video above.
The City fans have waited a very long time for this, and have watched the Red Devils celebrate title after title right in front them, certainly not easy for any fan to watch. They were well stocked this season with the best talent in the world of soccer that money could buy, and it showed, with their two key purchases during the past year (Dzeko & Aguero) paying huge dividends when needed the most! Their manager, Roberto Mancini, deserves major credit for this league title, as he was the glue holding this squad together, effectively dealing with the Carlos Tevez situation and the often volatile Mario Balotelli.
For the reaction from the English media, check out the BBC's take on City's crown.
What are your thoughts on Man City's future--is this the beginning of a dynasty for them, or a "one and done" title reign?
Steve, I can comment.
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