Oliver Reiss’s side knew victory would extend our gap at the top of the table to five points ahead of second-placed Manchester United.
City were also searching for an astonishing 17th league win in a row, a run which stretched back all the way to August 2024.
But standing in our way were a Blackburn side battling for fifth place with Newcastle United.
The hosts were looking to get back to winning ways after a draw with Leeds and a defeat to Middlesbrough, so were desperate to end City’s incredible run with three points of their own.
It promised to be a thrilling encounter as the Blues’ pursuit of a League and FA Youth Cup double continued to gather pace.
CITY+ subscribers can find out at the top of the page...
CITY+
CITY+ is available via an annual subscription of £34.99 a year, saving you £24 on our monthly offering.
Choose monthly and pay £4.99 a month with the option to cancel anytime.
Official Cityzens and Season Ticket Members can subscribe annually for £30 a year, a saving of £29.
