An exhibition of controlled, possession football from Manchester City sealed an emphatic 3-1 win over Newcastle at the Etihad Stadium.
The Citizens thoroughly outclassed the visitors from start to finish, enjoying an incredible 80% possession as they dominated their relegation threatened opponents. Sergio Aguero's hat-trick saw the Argentine overtake Raheem Sterling as City's leading scorer in the Premier League this season, with Jacob Murphy's second half goal scant consolation for Rafa Benitez's side.
The two teams poised in reflection before kick-off as the Etihad celebrated the life of pioneer Cyrille Regis - who passed away during the week at the age of 59.