Ferran Torres nets 24-minute hat-trick as Manchester City claim record 12th consecutive away win

What is arguably the top flight’s most one-sided fixture remained true to form as for the 26th time in the last 27 attempts, Newcastle United came up short against these star-studded opponents

Manchester City's Ferran Torres (centre) with the match ball at St James' Park. Picture: Peter Powell/PA

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Pep Guardiola’s trophy-winning machine kicked off their title tour in much the same way that most of their memorable campaign has unfolded, in victory, with a 12th consecutive away win a Premier League record for Manchester City’s team of all talents.