Two Premier League titles aside, Manchester City finally showed once and for all they are ready to be counted among Europe's elite clubs. Coming off what could be a franchise-altering victory over Barcelona, City now try to avoid the dreaded letdown Saturday when they host new boys Middlesbrough. Things looked bleak at the Etihad on Tuesday after the Citizens fell behind 1-0 on Lionel Messi's goal in the 21st minute. More...