City already feel Balotelli absence

QPR 0 Manchester City 0

The Italian has frustrated and infuriated during his two-and-a-half years in England, but the Premier League will be a poorer place for his departure, although the sideshow that comes with the striker may not be missed quite so much.

Certainly, City could have done with more options last night as they struggled against QPR. Both sides missed chances; the two goalkeepers enjoyed moments of brilliance.