It was only Rodri's fourth full 90 this season as he steps up his fitness from last season's knee injury.
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“Rodri will play better and then everyone will play better when the team will play better,” Guardiola said.
“Of course, he comes from 18 months out, it’s normal that you need the time.
“It’s a positive that he played 90 minutes and played good.
“Of course there are setbacks. But his personality to go there of course is necessary.”
City go to Bodo/Glimt on Tuesday night for the resumption of their Champions League campaign.