Timo Werner's first goal in 18 games has lifted Tottenham past Manchester City in a thrilling 2-1 Carabao Cup win, sending Spurs to the quarter-finals.
Pep Guardiola has called Rodri's Ballon d'Or win a proud moment for Manchester City but also a reminder of his absence, with the star midfielder out for the season.
Manchester City's Rodri and Barcelona's Aitana Bonmati claimed Ballon d'Or titles as Real Madrid, feeling "disrespected," boycotted the Paris event despite winning club of the year.
Pep Guardiola is certain Manchester City face a tough battle to defend their Premier League crown, as rivals step up and defensive setups aim to stifle the champions.
Manchester City defender Ruben Dias was forced to admit there are no easy games in the Premier League after they struggled to beat Southampton on Saturday.
Erling Haaland found the net again as Manchester City extended their unbeaten home run in the Premier League to over two years, edging Southampton 1-0 in a tight contest.