Boro banished by City swagger

AND so it continues. This swaggering victory made it five straight wins at home in the Premier League for Manchester City this season and equalled the total they achieved in the whole of last year’s campaign.

But having been starved of entertainment for so long, it is the manner of Sven-Goran Eriksson’s fledgling side’s performances that has got Eastlands buzzing.

It can be argued that only a quarter of the season has passed, but considering Eriksson’s starting line-up contained four new signings in key areas, it can also be said that City could become stronger as they grow together and will be improved further when the transfer window opens. The arrival of a goalkeeper, a central midfielder and a striker could have City supporters realistically planning a Champions League campaign next season.