Prior to his sides must win game against Club Brugge, Manchester City head coach Pep Guardiola was full of praise for the defending Belgian champions. One player in particular was singled out for

Stones shone in the Treble success by transforming into a dependable solution in defensive midfield, largely alongside Rodri, however with the injury sustained by the Spaniard, Guardiola believes it rules out the idea of the England centre-back returning to the role this season.

Guardiola has spent his entire Manchester City career urging the team to slow their play, now he's telling them to go direct. Why?