Jack Grealish insisted that Manchester City didn't set out to significantly improve their goal difference in the win over Newcastle, but they were keen to take the chance to do so when it presented itself.
City's main priority against Newcastle was to return to winning ways and establish a three-point gap over Liverpool after they could only draw with Tottenham on Saturday.
The 5-0 win for City not only achieved those goals, but saw the Blues move four goals ahead of Liverpool on goal difference, and also move ahead of them on goals scored.
If the sides finish level at the end of the season, City could win the title on those metrics, especially given they drew both meetings with Liverpool.
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