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31 January 2007
The duo turned in colossal performances at Eastlands on Sunday as City survived a second-half pummelling to claim a creditable goalless draw with Liverpool.
"I don't know if they are the best because it is very difficult to compare but I wouldn't change them with anyone," said Eriksson.
"Richard has been around for a long time but he is only 28 and Micah is still 19, which is fantastic.
"Throughout the season, our defence has been very good and both Richard and Micah are really important to us."
By subduing Fernando Torres in a way few defenders have managed this season, Dunne has confirmed the immense progress he has made at City since the dark days under Kevin Keegan when he was ordered out of the training ground after turning up under the influence of alcohol.
However, unlike former team-mate Joey Barton, who lurches from one crisis to another, Dunne has learned from his mistakes and, according to Eriksson, is now a model professional.
"He is a very important member of our dressing room," said the former England manager.
"He has been here for a long time and it is good to have someone like that around the club.
"Not only is he a good footballer, he is a very sensible person, which is what you require from a captain."
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