The Manchester City saga has proved to be a useful distraction for two clubs whose problems could otherwise have been dominating the headlinesTurning back the clock is impossible. Up in the Stretford End’s middle tier, the ticker had returned, a…

John Brewin argues that Manchester City's legal saga provided only a temporary distraction from Manchester United and Tottenham's own self-inflicted struggles. Following a chaotic 1-1 draw at Old Trafford, both clubs demonstrated why they remain far from their historical peaks, regardless of potential sanctions imposed on their rivals.
Tottenham's Dominic Solanke scored while Rodrigo Bentancur was sent off, leaving Roberto De Zerbi's side still searching for a first league win. United, under Michael Carrick, brought on £70m debutant Carlos Baleba but endured their worst league start in 40 years.
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