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Pep Guardiola on Sergio Aguero's Fitness After Ashley Young Tackle: He's Diving

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola provided a sarcastic response when asked about Sergio Aguero's fitness, after the Argentinian was on the receiving end of a heavy challenge from Ashley Young in Saturday's Manchester derby.

Aguero was brought down in the area by Young in Manchester United's 3-2 win at the Etihad Stadium, with referee Martin Atkinson waving for play to continue despite the dangerous tackle. Guardiola is evidently still unhappy with the decision, per Goal's Sam Lee:

Sam Lee

Guardiola asked if Aguero is fit, or if he has any problems after Young's tackle in the derby: "He was diving.