Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola praised the match officials after victory over Leicester City.

Riyad Mahrez slipped as he took the penalty that could have make it 2-2 on 77 minutes, but despite scoring, the eagle-eyed official spotted he had hit the ball a fraction before his kicking foot struck the ball home and ref Robert Madley awarded City a free-kick instead.

“In golf, it is the same," said Pep. “When I saw the reaction from Willy, I understood immediately that it was two touches.

“The referee was so brave in making the decision. I've seen that happen before, a long time ago! It's not normal to see something like that, but it is what it is.

“Mahrez is so difficult to control in that situation. He can use both feet. He did that against all full backs in the Premier League throughout last season, he's an exceptional player.

"Leicester are a good side, it's clear to see why they won the league last year. Kasper Schmeichel is excellent at the back and has a fantastic pass that is hard to defend again so as I say, they are a top, top team."