Manchester City contra Queens Park Rangers

An Unforgettable Final Day in the Premier League 2012

On May 13, 2012, on the last day of the Premier League 2011/2012 season, the eyes of the football world gathered as Manchester City and Queens Park Rangers faced off in a fateful showdown at Etihad Stadium. This was not just any match; it was a fight for the league title that would go down in history as one of the most dramatic endings ever in the Premier League.

Manchester City, under the management of Roberto Mancini, had been in an intense battle for the league title with arch-rivals Manchester United throughout the season. Before the final round, City was equal on points with United but had a slight advantage with a better goal difference. To secure their first league title in 44 years, they had to win against Queens Park Rangers.

On the other hand, Queens Park Rangers were fighting for their Premier League survival and were in a desperate situation where they needed at least one point to avoid relegation. It was a match where both teams had immense pressure and a lot at stake.

The match began with intense pressure from Manchester City, who tried to take the lead as quickly as possible. Despite their dominance, it was Queens Park Rangers who took the lead through a shock goal by Djibril Cissé in the 48th minute. The atmosphere at Etihad Stadium suddenly became nervous and expectant.

As time was running out, the situation became increasingly desperate for Manchester City. The fans were nervous, and the players fought with all their might to find an equalizer. It finally came in the 92nd minute when Edin Džeko headed the ball in after a corner, and Etihad Stadium erupted in celebration. But it was not over yet.

With just minutes left of added time and the match still at a draw, the unbelievable happened. Sergio Agüero received the ball inside the penalty area and coolly and precisely shot it past Queens Park Rangers' goalkeeper and into the goal. Etihad Stadium broke out in total ecstasy as Manchester City took the lead in overtime.

When the referee blew the whistle for the end of the match, everyone knew they had witnessed something special. Manchester City had secured their first league title in 44 years in a way that no one could have predicted. For Queens Park Rangers, it was a heartbreaking loss, but for Manchester City and their fans, it was a day that would go down in history as one of the most memorable in the club's history.