Manchester City 4 Crystal Palace 0: Aguero at the double to sink goal-shy Eagles

Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini was rewarded for taking a bold attacking approach as Sergio Aguero hit a brace in the 4-0 home win over Crystal Palace.

Victory moves City above Leicester City and Arsenal on goal difference at the summit ahead of their nearest rivals' weekend fixtures and acts as a welcome tonic to Wednesday night's frustrating 0-0 draw against Everton at the Etihad Stadium.

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