Pep Guardiola measured the growth of Manchester City by their success at Old Trafford. City have lost just once in 7 matches at Old Trafford since February 2011.

“The reason why is the fact this club in the last decade grew a lot and it is not scary to go there. Before it was maybe more difficult. The players Manchester City had in the last decade have made this game a little bit more equal," said Guardiola.

Guardiola gave a word of encouragement for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after United have lost 6 out of their last 8 matches.

“In our world, our position [as managers], I am close to Solskjær. We feel alone and that is why I understand completely his position. It happens to all the managers around the world. That is the reality. I understand him perfectly. I support him.”