Raheem Sterling hits hat-trick as slick City are too good for struggling Norwich

Raheem Sterling (second left) scored a hat-trick as Manchester City thrashed Norwich (Joe Giddens/PA)

Raheem Sterling hit a hat-trick to continue his fine form against Norwich as Manchester City eased to victory at Carrow Road and moved 12 points clear at the top of the Premier League.

With closest challengers Liverpool not in action until Sunday, Pep Guardiola was able to make five changes and still see his league leaders record a comfortable 4-0 win.