Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini admits they now have one hand on the Premier League crown after victory at Newcastle United.

Mancini has been maintaining Manchester United were favourites - until yesterday.

Asked if City are now favourites, the Italian said: "Maybe, maybe yes because it depends on us.

"If we beat QPR, we will be the champions. But at this moment, we can't think about this. We need to prepare very well for the next game, only this.

"I am excited because we are on the top, but it's not enough. One week more and if we play like we did today, we have a lot of chance to win."