Manchester City have seized control of the Premier League after beating Manchester United 1-0 in a derby that failed to live up to its pre-match hype.
FA Cup champions Manchester City were kicked out of the tournament by derby rivals Manchester United on Sunday with a 3-2 third round win.
Manchester United’s sparkling performance in the Community Shield should put them in good heart to begin their Premier League title defence.
Everton’s saving grace — Spanish midfielder Mikel Arteta — left Sunderland with a 2-2 draw on Monday, after they were sure of their win.
