Both sides pressed for a winner in the second half but the game looked like it was heading for a draw that would have arguably suited both sides, until a late, late Matheus Nunes goal sealed three vital points for Manchester City, a result that takes them up to third place.

Manchester City host Aston Villa on Tuesday in a huge game in the race for Champions League qualification. City sit fourth but are just one point ahead of seventh-place Villa. It really is that tight.