While Pep Guardiola and Manchester City are in the unlikeliest of positions having to battle desperately for a Champions League berth next season, the manager did not mince his words in describing the enormity of the challenge.

Pep Guardiola acknowledged the challenges ahead for Manchester City after their frustrating draw against Brighton, admitting that securing Champions League qualification ‘will be difficult’. City dropped crucial points in their top-four battle,

Pep Guardiola confident of Champions League place despite draw with Brighton - Manchester City were pegged back after twice taking the lead against the Seagulls.