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Premier League
Feb 21, 2015 at 5.30pm UK
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5-0
Reaction
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Edin Dzeko hails Manchester City form after Newcastle United thrashing
Manchester City are nearing their title-winning form of last season, according to striker Edin Dzeko.Feb 23, 02:49
Alan Shearer blasts "pathetic" Newcastle United after Manchester City thrashing
Former Newcastle striker Alan Shearer says that the team's performance in losing 5-0 to Man City was "pathetic".Feb 22, 12:03
John Carver admits Newcastle United were outplayed at Manchester City
Newcastle were outplayed by Man City during their 5-0 thrashing at the Etihad, admits manager John Carver.Feb 21, 20:10
Edin Dzeko admits Chelsea's draw inspired 5-0 rout over Newcastle United
Chelsea's draw with Burnley helped Manchester City to thrash Newcastle United 5-0, admits Edin Dzeko.Feb 21, 19:53
The Match
Player Ratings
Sports Mole rates and slates those involved in Manchester City's 5-0 hammering of Newcastle United at the Etihad Stadium.
Analysis
Sports Mole takes an in-depth at Manchester City's 5-0 victory over Newcastle at the Etihad Stadium, a result that saw them close the gap at the top to five points.
Match Report
Manchester City send a statement to title rivals Chelsea by thrashing Newcastle 5-0 at the Etihad Stadium to move to within five points of the Premier League leaders.
Live Commentary
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Man City's emphatic 5-0 home win over Newcastle as the champions cut the gap at the top of the table to five points.
HT Report
Goals from Sergio Aguero, Samir Nasri and Edin Dzeko in the first 21 minutes put a rampant Man City 3-0 up at the break of their Premier League match with Newcastle.
Team News
Africa Cup of Nations winner Yaya Toure comes straight back into the Man City team for their Premier League match against Newcastle, with Wilfried Bony on the bench.
Preview
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between Man City and Newcastle at the Etihad as the hosts welcome back AFCON winners Yaya Toure and Wilfried Bony.
Build-up
John Carver: 'We cannot be afraid of Manchester City quality'
Newcastle United boss John Carver is adamant that his team cannot be afraid to attack Manchester City, despite the threat of the returning Yaya Toure at the Etihad Stadium.Feb 21, 02:57
John Carver: 'We can handle Wilfried Bony'
Newcastle boss John Carver expects his defence to suppress the quality of Man City hitman Wilfried Bony on what will be the striker's debut.Feb 20, 22:26
Manchester City's Manuel Pellegrini: 'We can't afford to drop any more points'
Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini believes that it is vital for his team not to drop any more points as they bid to keep themselves in the Premier League title race.Feb 20, 16:14
James Milner sidelined for Manchester City
Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini reveals that midfielder James Milner will miss Saturday's fixture against Newcastle United with a knee problem.Feb 20, 14:40
Remy Cabella doubtful for Manchester City clash
Newcastle United manager John Carver reveals that Remy Cabella is unlikely to feature against Manchester City this weekend due to a knee injury.Feb 20, 07:15
John Carver: 'We have no intention of sitting back against Manchester City'
John Carver wants to see Newcastle replicate the performance from their shock League Cup victory over Manchester City earlier this campaign when they meet on Saturday.Feb 19, 14:15
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