Tevez holds key to Blue domination

CARLOS TEVEZ did not look like a man desperate to leave England as he held the FA Cup aloft and celebrated with as much gusto as those who worship him from the stands; but his decision over whether to stay at the club could have a real impact on whether this was the start of a new era or just a wonderful, but temporary, day in the sun for Manchester City.

The Argentine striker, who battled back from injury to play against Stoke, did not have his best or most influential game at Wembley but his very presence and his ability to unlock a defence was as crucial as ever in a victory that has been a hailed as a breakthrough triumph for City after 35 years without a trophy.

There was barely a question asked in the post-match mixed zone that didn’t include a suggestion that Saturday’s win could be the first of many for a club that has more money to spend than all its rivals.