Pep Guardiola has delivered his verdict on Newcastle United after the Magpies held his side to a 3-3 draw at St James' Park.
The former Barcelona boss feels that United have grown as a team since the 5-0 hiding served up by City at the Etihad Stadium only four months ago. But he could not deny Newcastle their moment after they stormed into a 3-1 lead and threatened to cause an upset in the Super Sunday clash.
Guardiola said: "We could have not won. Newcastle are becoming one of the toughest opponents for sure.
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"Leeds beat Chelsea today. The Premier League is so difficult for everyone.
"It shows how amazing we’ve done for five years and how difficult it will be. To see the team fight to the end is enough."
Guardiola had praise for Allan Saint-Maximin, United and most notably the raucous St James' Park crowd. He said: "Once the game was open they were better for 20 minutes. The team showed who we are.
"Allan Saint-Maximin is really dangerous. That atmosphere after the game, that is what football is all about."
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