Overview
- Gvardiol, who broke his right tibia in January, started at left-back in Wednesday's 3-0 win over Crystal Palace.
- He played 58 minutes before Nathan Ake replaced him, and he said he is not yet at 100% and needs more games.
- A deft chip to Phil Foden began the move for City’s second goal, showing his calm on the ball after a long layoff.
- He said he learned he would start only two to three hours before kick-off and focused on keeping his play simple.
- Pep Guardiola welcomed his return and praised his versatility, while saying there is no new contract update and he wants the defender to stay.