City show steely side to roar back into title race


Soccer Football - Premier League - Manchester City v Liverpool - Etihad Stadium, Manchester, Britain - January 3, 2019 Manchester City fans during the match Action Images via Reuters/Jason Cairnduff

MANCHESTER, England (Reuters) - Manchester City showed in their 2-1 win over Liverpool on Thursday that for all their famous technical ability and attractive passing, they can fight as hard as anyone when the stakes are high.

The presence of captain Vincent Kompany, whose appearances have been restricted by injury this season, set the tone for a City side who matched Liverpool for effort and aggression throughout a compelling match.

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