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'They are heroes' - Guardiola backs 'incredible' Man City stars despite poor form

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has said he has been pleased with his players’ response to their second defeat in as many games.

City lost 2-1 to Leicester in the previous outing on Boxing Day, just four days after they were on the wrong side of 3-2 scoreline against Crystal Palace.

The results saw Guardiola’s men drop to third in the table and they now trail leaders Liverpool by seven points.

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However, the former Barcelona and Bayern Munch coach was still full of praise for his players.