The champions thrashed Chelsea 6-0 to return to the summit of the English Premier League table.
Sergio Aguero starred for the hosts, netting his eleventh hat-trick to equal Alan Shearer's league record.
Meanwhile, Tottenham have also kept themselves in contention.
Mauricio Pochettino's side defeated Leicester 3-1 at Wembley to remain five points behind Liverpool and Manchester City.

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