Manchester City's defence has taken them within striking distance of the English Premier League lead

They've beaten Crystal Palace 4-nil to move two points behind Manchester United at the top, with a game in hand.

It's a fourth consecutive clean sheet for City.

Centre-back John Stones scored two goals and says plaudits are due across the park.



Liverpool have failed to score for a third consecutive outing and drop to fourth after a nil-all draw with Manchester United.

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