De Jong backs City

Nigel De Jong insists Manchester City will hold its nerve as it starts the most crucial week of its season with a home game against Tottenham that could seal its place in the Champions League.

City had the chance to effectively clinch fourth place at Everton on Saturday but slumped to a 2-1 defeat at Goodison Park.

However, Harry Redknapp's Spurs could only move to within six points of City after drawing 1-1 at home against Blackpool.