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Derby worth nothing if we finish second - Silva

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David Silva admits Monday's derby triumph over rivals Manchester United could be the biggest victory of his club career, but only if Manchester City win the Premier League.

City have their fate in their own hands, sitting top on goal difference with two games remaining, having beaten the champions 1-0 at the Etihad Stadium.

But Silva says the win will count for nothing if they cannot back it up with victories in their final two matches.

"We knew we had to win on Monday," Silva told City's official website. "Mentally we were ready to win it. We did that and now we have to continue concentrating on the job.

"If we end up winning the title, Monday's win could be the most important win of my club career. But we have to win the championship for that win to mean something."

City head to Newcastle on Sunday, where they face a dangerous Magpies side, flying high after their win at Chelsea on Wednesday and still chasing a top-four finish.

Roberto Mancini believes Sunday's opponents will be tougher to beat than United, but Silva believes the derby win will give them a much-needed boost at the end of a long season.

"In the dressing room after the game you could see the boss was delighted. He told us that we all had played a great match. But he also reminded us that we must concentrate on next Sunday," Silva said.

"Beating United has given us the confidence we need for the last two games. It has been a very long and tough season. The Newcastle game is like a final for us now. We have to win it."

Having won the FA Cup last year and qualified for the Champions League for the first time, Silva believes the league title is the next step for an ambitious City.

"If we can win the Premier League we hope it can open the door for us to win many more trophies," he said. "Last year we won the FA Cup and qualified for the Champions League. This year we are challenging for the title and hopefully we can win it. Then next year we can challenge for the Champions League."

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