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'This is the most physical Guardiola team': Gary Neville marvels at the defensive strength of champions Manchester City as he pinpoints crucial victory at home to Newcastle as the turning point in their surge to the title

Gary Neville has claimed the current Manchester City side is the most physical team Pep Guardiola has had in his managerial career.

The Cityzens secured the title after Arsenal lost to Nottingham Forest on Saturday, and lifted the trophy for the fifth time in six years after beating Chelsea a day later.

Guardiola's side trailed Mikel Arteta's Arsenal for much of the season but managed to take destiny into their own hands after thrashing the Gunners 4-1 last month.

However, Neville believes the turning point for Man City came in the 2-0 win over Newcastle in early March, when Guardiola solved his defensive issues according to the former Manchester United defender.