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What is 'fighting spirit'?

A 'fighting spirit' in football refers to a team's mental toughness and resilience, particularly when facing adversity like being a man down. It's about maintaining focus, working harder, and believing in a positive outcome, as City showed against United. This often stems from strong leadership and a cohesive team culture.

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