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Lee Johnson admits Bristol City can be 'very proud' of their efforts against Manchester City as Robins boss hails the Premier League leaders as the 'best side I have ever seen live'

Bristol City manager Lee Johnson insists his side can be 'very proud' following their efforts against Manchester City in the Carabao Cup semi-final.

The Championship outfit were knocked out at the last-four stage by runaway Premier League leaders City, who won 3-2 on Tuesday night and 5-3 on aggregate.

Goals from Leroy Sane, Sergio Aguero and Kevin De Bruyne ensured City a place in the final at Wembley at the end of February.

Lee Johnson has hailed Bristol City's effort after losing to Man City in Carabao Cup semi-final
Lee Johnson has hailed Bristol City's effort after losing to Man City in Carabao Cup semi-final

But Robins boss Johnson has hailed his side's efforts over the two legs against what he described as the 'best side I have ever seen live.