Ilkay Gundogan’s title-winning brace fuelled by anger of substitute role

Ilkay Gundogan sparked a sensational fightback for Manchester City to clinch the Premier League title (Tim Goode/PA)

Ilkay Gundogan has revealed his dramatic two-goal title-winning display against Aston Villa last season was fuelled by the anger of starting on the bench.

The German midfielder struck twice in five minutes, either side of a Rodri effort, as Manchester City sensationally recovered from 2-0 down to beat Villa 3-2 and secure the Premier League crown on the final day.