PEP GUARDIOLA

is probably the best coach in football but he made a mistake when he issued a veiled criticism of Manchester City’s fans for not turning up in greater numbers for last Wednesday’s Champions League tie against RB Leipzig.

Guardiola knows City’s history, so he knows that they have one of the most loyal fanbases in English football. But by saying what he said, he presented opposition supporters with a great big stick to beat City fans with. It will be wielded with glee for years to come.