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EXTRA TIME: How South Africa reacted to European football on Sunday

The pick of the weekend's matches was the top of the table English Premier League encounter between Manchester City and Liverpool.

Fans were surprised that a game that normally produces so many goals ended up in such a tight affair at Anfield.

City learnt from their past visits to the ground and Pep Guardiola didn't attack as freely as he normally would. This resulted in a cagey 0-0 result. 

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We have a look at how South Africa's legends and media reacted to the game, as well as other big games around Europe featuring Arsenal, Chelsea and Barcelona on Sunday.

At the end of the day Chelsea, Manchester City and Liverpool have the same points at the top of the table, as the defending champions lead on goal difference.

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