Guardiola: City will treat the remaining league games as finals

Manchester v England: Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said on Friday that he will treat all of his remaining games in the English Premier League as the finals to thwart the uprising of rivals Liverpool, calling on his side to take advantage of his previous experience in win the title at the last breath. The City leader scored 77 points in 32 games, one point in more than tireless Liverpool, who are trying to stop City from winning two consecutive championships, while Watford are battling relegation on Saturday. Guardiola said these factors mean his team must develop a mindset of resolve and a knockout jab for opponents. “Of course we can’t lose points, and the same goes for our opponents,” said Guardiola in Press conference. City and Liverpool began a similar title fight 3 years ago when Guardiola’s side beat Merseyside by one point on the final matchday of the season. “The players know this, we have already been in this situation, “said Guardiola. We will try to prepare the injured and be concentrated. When tomorrow’s game ends, in three days we will have another Champions League game (against Real Madrid). Then Leeds United. We must be ready and at ease until the moment of the match. “We have to win but first we have to play well to get the desired result. Results are not guaranteed but victories are the most important thing in this phase”. Kyle Walker’s condition will be assessed before the match after suffering a leg injury. Defenders John Stones and Nathan Ake are also facing test from fitness delayed due to some pains. (Reuters)