Roberto: We'll win it back next year

MANCHESTER CITY put Alex Ferguson’s title bubbly on ice with a stunning victory at Old Trafford.

Sergio Aguero’s 78th-minute winner cut United’s lead at the top to 12 points.

And boss Roberto Mancini insists his boys will beat their neighbours to the title next year.

He said: “We deserved to win and know we can win the title next year.

This year we made some mistakes but now we can do nothing — the season is gone.

“What is important is we win some games between now and the end, then for next season we have two or three months where we can work to improve.

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“We showed tonight we should not be 15 points behind.

“United lost their last game against Norwich in November and deserve to win this title.

“The title race is finished but it is important for us because it can help us for second position.”

United chief Ferguson said: “It was intense and committed from both teams.

“We played good football and controlled the game in the second half.

“We have to look at ourselves in terms of the goals. We know Aguero is a fantastic finisher, that is what they brought him on for. We gave him a lot of room for the goal.

“The first goal, Tevez was interfering with play. He was clearly in the road of the goalkeeper. If that is not interference, then I don’t know what is.

“It’s a shame as you always want to win your local derby.”

There are still 21 points to play for and Fergie added: “It’s a healthy lead but we’re not taking anything for granted.”

City went ahead in the 51st minute after Ryan Giggs’ blunder helped set up James Milner.

United were level eight minutes later when Phil Jones’ header went in off Vincent Kompany’s back.

Aguero scored a superb winner when he powered into the box and fired the ball into the roof of the net.