Pogba's quick pair spares United fans grim spectacle

MANCHESTER - Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba expressed his relief at preventing rival Manchester City from sealing the Premier League title on Saturday, claiming watching City celebrate would have been "like death" for United fans.

Pogba shrugged off a turbulent season and speculation over his future by scoring twice in as many minutes just after halftime to spearhead a stunning United comeback that was completed by Chris Smalling 21 minutes from time.

Victory for City would have seen Pep Guardiola's squad crowned champion and take a United record in the process by winning the title with six games to spare.