Manchester City enjoyed a 1-0 win over Southampton on Saturday afternoon and John Stones was one of many players who impressed, leading to praise from Pep Guardiola.
The 26-year-old was inexplicably dropped from City’s matchday squad in their 1-1 draw with West Bromwich Albion, but he was restored against the Saints and was outstanding.
Guardiola said after the game: “Excellent.