Pep Guardiola reaction — What did Man City boss say after Kevin De Bruyne's final home game, Rodri's return?
MAN CITY 3-1 BOURNEMOUTH - Highlights, recap & analysis
Tuesday's 3-1 victory over Bournemouth put Pep Guardiola's side one result away from securing their place in the Champions League as they leapfrogged all three of Newcastle, Chelsea and Aston Villa with one game left to play. Speaking of only one game left to play, Sunday's trip to Fulham will be the final game in a blue shirt for Kevin De Bruyne, who said goodbye to the home fans at Etihad Stadium on Tuesday.
Pep Guardiola reaction — What did Man City boss say after Kevin De Bruyne's final home game?
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