So that concludes an interesting week where Manchester is involved.

First came the revelation of the mouth-watering, teeth-chatteringly exciting challenge facing us against United in the Champions' League quarters, and yesterday the reaffirmation of our recently found form with a win against City to take us up to third.

Up to 3rd, thanks to more quality Luiz action! © Getty Images

It wasn't pretty, and it wasn't battling for the most of the game, but the outcome was a very important three points to keep the heat on Man City and leave Spurs a bit behind in the dust.

But it showed that the introduction of new faces in the transfer window meant that once again a player could come off the bench and influence a result.

A picture of Luiz, just because! ©Getty Images

Taking three points from the Premier League leaders is always a satisfying feeling, for fans and players alike, especially when the leaders are Man United. But the manner in which we grabbed the points is the most fulfilling thing to come out of a hard fought 90 minutes.

Luiz - attacking centre back! ©Getty Images