Indeed Manchester United lost for the first time in 40 matches at home, since Manchester City won at Old Trafford in last season’s corresponding fixture. Unless the Catalan’s men implode he will claim City a third Premier League title in May. Lingard’s closing down of Walker near City’s right-hand corner flag was another and the way Rashford slotted the equaliser also suggested Mourinho’s decision may be prescient. Jesus also has two goals fewer than Agüero’s 12 for City this season, and the way he spurned chances did not repay his manager’s trust. Before and after Rashford’s finish United lacked any control in midfield, when what Pogba offers is this and more – domination.

Source: The Guardian December 10, 2017 19:37 UTC