Man City extend run

MANCHESTER City moved 15 points clear at the top of the English Premier League as it extended its winning run to 18 games at Newcastle yesterday.

Raheem Sterling’s 31st-minute strike was all the leaders had to show for a dominant display in front of a crowd of 52,311 at St James’ Park.

The Magpies’ ultra-conservative approach frustrated them despite their wealth of possession. But ultimately the 1-0 win was enough on a night when Rafael Benitez’s men slipped to a fifth consecutive home defeat.