iwaeda:
Manchester City hailed Oleksandr Zinchenko for his 'exceptional' display in his side's 5-1 win against Watford in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon but was critical of the defence ahead of Real Madrid's visit to the Etihad Stadium next week.

Guardiola added: “Today (against Watford) defensively, the Manchester City back four was not good enough."

With moments such as Hassane Kamara’s strike prior to which City failed to deal with the goalscorer's linkup with Emmanuel Dennis, who was also gifted a clear run on goal by Joao Cancelo, it is understandable why Guardiola was miffed with his side's shaky performances at the back.

As City prepare to face Real Madrid on Tuesday, the defence will have to take note of Oleksandr Zinchenko’s herculean display and try to replicate it against one of Europe’s most feared sides.

Real Madrid could be without Casemiro and David Alaba for their Champions League tie with Manchester City on Tuesday evening.

The LaLiga giants will face Manchester City at the Etihad stadium after overcoming Chelsea to reach the semi-final of the Champions League