Pep Guardiola saluted his Carabao Cup-winning Manchester City side as the club retained the title for the third season running with victory over Aston Villa on Sunday.
Sergio Aguero hit the opener for the Citizens at Wembley, before Rodri doubled their lead 10 minutes later to put Pep's charges in a commanding position.
Mbwana Samatta then pulled one back just before half-time to keep Villa in the running and ensure an uncomfortable second half for City.
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But despite some fierce attacking City kept their rivals at bay to take the Carabao Cup with a 2-1 victory.