Another Sunday is upon us which means its time for Morning Mix our weekly football column with some top-cla s music thrown into the pot.We look at two talking points from the past seven days and point you in the direction of some of the best football writing elsewhere on the internet.We also offer a top tune recommendation to get you in the mood for Sunday and a final thought to ponder for the week ahead.City dominate woeful UnitedA quick look at the odds for the Manchester derby on Saturday highlighted just how far United have fallen behind City in recent times.Pep Guardiolas side were 4/6 favourites to win at Old Trafford, and they duly collected all three points without breaking sweat.United were a shambles defensively, while the rest of their team did little to suggest they are anywhere near to challenging for a league title.The Red Devils have conceded at least one goal in their last Bob McAdoo Jersey 14 home games in all competitions their worst run since 1959. Things need to change and fast.Palaces Vieira gamble is paying dividendsCrystal Palaces decision to appoint Patrick Vieira as their new manager during the summer was widely viewed as a bit of a gamble.His spells in charge of New York City FC and Nice were underwhelming while replacing Roy Hodgson was never going to be easy.However, he has made a solid start with Palace, guiding the team into the top half of the table after losing just twice this season.Vieiras team are playing some excellent football at the moment. Backing Palace at odds of 9/4 to finish in the top 10 might not be the worst bet in the world.The week that wasSearching for the best football stories from the past week? Check these out:...Todays top tuneThis is the second time in the past few months weve given a shout-out to Red Rum Club, but they are well worth another mention.Their upcoming album How To Steal The World promises to be their best yet judging by the handful of singles they have released.Having recently embarked on a succe sful UK tour, the band appear destined for big things. Buy the album you wont regret it.A final thoughtEddie Howe has a le s than 30% win rate as a Premier League manager. Given the resources at their disposal, is he really the best Newcastle United can do? Patrick Beverley Jersey