That Liverpool have had fewer injuries than its Premier League rivals is no coincidence, but claims that Arne Slot has not had any absentee issues is wide of the mark.

Manchester City fans have grown accustomed to Pep Guardiola's unique post-match press conferences and he delivered an unexpected future message after defeat to Liverpool. Goals from Dominik Szoboszlai and Mohamed Salah sealed a huge 2-0 victory for Arne Slot's side at the Etihad Stadium to move the Reds 11 points clear in the Premier League title race.

Pep Guardiola said he saw Manchester City's "bright future" despite watching his young team lose to Liverpool at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.