Man City's big men step up vs. Man United, lucky Liverpool, Madrid's ref déjà vu, more

In this article, Gab Marcotti discusses the key talking points from the weekend's football matches. Manchester City's "big men" played a crucial role in their derby win over Manchester United, with their physicality and dominance proving too much for their rivals. Liverpool, on the other hand, were fortunate to escape with a win, continuing their trend of late comebacks and lucky results. Meanwhile, Real Madrid have once again voiced complaints about the refereeing decisions in Spain's LaLiga, suggesting a sense of déjà vu for the Spanish champions. The article highlights the importance of physical presence and resilience in the Premier League, as well as the ongoing debates surrounding refereeing decisions in top-level football. While the outcomes of the matches may have been influenced by various factors, the author provides a concise and unbiased summary of the key events and talking points from the weekend's football action.