
MANCHESTER City’s defensive midfielder Rodri popped up with an important goal against Chelsea to take his team’s unbeaten run in the Premier League to nine games.
This was the first time in 12 games across all competitions that City had failed to win.
It’s a run that has seen them lift the Club World Cup and progress in the FA Cup and Champions League.

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As the historic ground prepares for its emotional farewell, even visiting teams like Manchester City are paying tribute to one of English football’s most storied stadiums, writes JAMES NALTON

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