Johnny Nicholson: For all the twists, City never lost top spot all afternoon 

Villa and Wolves don't read script on day of incredible tension

Manchester City's Fernandinho lifts the Premier League trophy following the the Premier League match at The Etihad Stadium, Manchester. Picture: Martin Rickett/PA Wire. 

Manchester City comeback makes them champions 

Matty Cash’s opening goal, a poorly defended unmarked running header, shook the Etihad and put the cat amongst the proverbial pigeons. With half an hour to go City were still winning the title on goal difference but the tension in Manchester was almost painful. When Philippe Coutinho, the former Liverpool star, scored a second for Villa, the air seemed sucked out of the stadium. It seemed unbelievable, but it was true. City looked rattled. However, they were still leading the league.