“I hate Chelsea for this rhythm against us they almost won the game against us thanks for Rodri” – Guardiola explains why Manchester City could not defeat Chelsea.

Pep Guardiola blamed Manchester City’s failure to upset Chelsea at home on bad luck and a poor first half performance.

The reigning champions held Chelsea to a 1-1 draw after Rodri, late in the game, cancelled out Raheem Sterling’s opener.

Despite having played one fewer game than Liverpool, City is presently four points behind the league leaders and two behind Arsenal.