City must feel this is a must-win match given the way United dropped points against Everton in the afternoon. But for Terry Connor and Wolves, this really is a must-win fixture .. anything less and they will be relegatedPhotograph: Jamie McDonald/Getty ImagesSergio Aguero repeatedly tears through Wolves' defence, but the Argentinian twice slides shots narrowly wide of the target. How costly will they be?Photograph: Shaun Botterill/Getty ImagesSteven Fletcher shields the ball from former Wolves favourite Joleon LescottPhotograph: Ian Kington/AFP/Getty Images
Roberto Mancini looks concerned about his side's inability to break down the league's worst teamPhotograph: Jamie McDonald/Getty ImagesBut with 27 minutes gone, City finally unlock their opponents. Gael Clichy deserves considerable credit for a pinpoint threaded ball from the left-hand side of midfield which Aguero calmly tucks beyond the keeper. 1-0 to CityPhotograph: Tony O'Brien/Action ImagesAguero celebrates with his team-mate and compatriot Carlos TevezPhotograph: Tony O'Brien/Action ImagesCity have to wait until deep into the second half before making the game safe. Samir Nasri scores at the back post after Carlos Tevez catches Wolves out with a quick free-kick ... This victory has dragged City right back into the title race. They are now three points behind United, whom they face next up in what will be one of the most anticipated title-race fixtures since Liverpool v Arsenal in 1989Photograph: Tony O'Brien/Action ImagesSadly for Wolves, this defeat has sent them down to the Championship. It's been a miserable season for the Black Country side and it's somewhat fitting that as the game ends, rain and hail stones descend on MolineuxPhotograph: Tony O'Brien/Action ImagesThey may be down, but this young lad isn't taking any flak from the visiting fans. Final score: Wolves 0-2 CityPhotograph: Carl Recine/Action Images
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