Manchester City

Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola speaks to TNT Sports about whether he is happy with the win: “We had a job to do. We made it. This group of players is fantastic, we play a good game, lots of chances, so the first three points of the competition.”

“We said we needed another goal. It was almost over at 3-0 because they defended more courageously, but after 2-0 and the chances we had, we were patient and attacked really well. But sometimes we have to attack faster.” Yes, good result.”

Whether goal difference came to mind because of the new format: “When I think about it, maybe I’m conservative, maybe winning games is enough.

About Ilkay Gündogan: “We know he can do it. Strong mentality. The Newcastle game wasn’t really good, maybe one of the worst I’ve seen him in the last eight or nine years, but things like that happen. That’s why he has to play.

“His position as a midfielder is so intelligent that he played a fantastic game today.”

About Phil Foden: “Yeah, he’s still not at his best, scored a fantastic goal, sent the ball to the post, no shot, he had more chances. He’s coming back step by step.

About James McAtee: “We are all so happy for him, he is adorable and all the boys love him. There are many games, everyone will contribute. He moved really well in small spaces, he scored a fantastic goal, he still has a chance. It will be a good boost for him. We want to give him the feeling that he is part of this group and can play. Hopefully today can help him with that.”