On november 2013
Sunderland chalked up a third straight home win as Phil Bardsley’s goal, allied to a superb defensive display, secured victory over Manchester City. Bardsley fired home what proved to be the winner 21 minutes in, supplying his second strike in as many games.
The hosts took their chance when it came along and thwarted City’s stars when they launched a concerted comeback attempt in the second half. But this win wasn’t just about grit - Poyet’s passing game was in evidence to great effect against a City side who found frustration at every turn.
Manuel Pellegrini’s men had banged in 12 goals in their previous two games but drew a blank against a Sunderland side who showed their defensive mettle on countless occasions.
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